Saturation
(noun)
- The state of being fully absorbed or soaked with a liquid or substance.
- The state of being filled to capacity.
- The quality of being intense or vivid to the maximum degree.
Origin:
Early 19th century: from latin saturatio(n-), from saturare 'to fill' (see saturate).
Examples:
- The paper was heavily saturated with water and wouldn't absorb any more.
- The room was at saturation point with people, leaving little room to move.
- The saturation of colors in the painting was stunning, almost like a photograph.
- The saturation of the market with similar products made it difficult for new entrants to stand out.
- The saturation of media coverage of the event left many people feeling overwhelmed.