Search Dictionary
Definition of oxygenate

oxygenate

/ˈɑːk.sɪ.dʒə.neɪt/
ox · y · gen · ate
Adjective:oxygenated
•
Past Simple:oxygenated
•
Past Participle:oxygenated
•
Present Participle:oxygenating
JUMP TO:

oxygenate Lexical Profile

oxygenate Game Scores & Validity

• verb

1

To supply, treat, or enrich a substance, fluid, or environment with oxygen.

Example

"Aquatic plants help oxygenate the water in the pond, creating a healthy habitat for fish."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for oxygenate
Antonyms
View all antonyms for oxygenate

• Rhymes for oxygenate

• Nearby Words

oxy
oxycodone
oxygen
oxygenate
oxymoron
oxymoronic
oxypetalum

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 18th century from 'oxygen' (coined from French 'oxygène', from Greek 'oxys' meaning 'sharp, acid' and '-genes' meaning 'producer') plus the verbal suffix '-ate'.

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Oxygenate. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/oxygenate
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.