fermentation

Noun

Meaning

The process of undergoing an effervescent change, as by the action of yeast; in a wider sense (Physiol. Chem.), the transformation of an organic substance into new compounds by the action of a ferment, either formed or unorganized. It differs in kind according to the nature of the ferment which causes it.

A state of agitation or excitement, as of the intellect or the feelings.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

fermenting agitation ferment unrest leavening souring zymosis tempestuousness zymolysis brewing fizz combustion boiling emotion evaporation
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Antonyms

frost food numbness calmness reassurance repose
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Hypernyms

upheaval turbulence chemical change Sturm und Drang chemical action chemical process

Hyponyms

bottom fermentation vinification top fermentation

Related terms

ferment

Phrases with the word

undergo fermentation fermentation process fermentation starters wine fermentation fermentation pathway lactic fermentation

Anagrams

infantometer

Examples

the political ferment produced new leadership Source: Internet

social unrest Source: Internet

All intestinal gas is either swallowed environmental air, present intrinsically in foods and beverages or the result of gut fermentation. Source: Internet

A diversity of yeasts then accumulate in sufficient numbers to help complete the fermentation alongside the lactic acid bacteria. Source: Internet

Although harmless, it can give pickled vegetables a bad flavor and must be removed regularly during fermentation. Source: Internet

Although fermentation will give a lower yield of ATP production than aerobic respiration does, it can occur at a much higher rate. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

fermental fermentarian fermentate fermentation agent fermentation alcohol fermentation lock