FERMENT
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Ferment.
Ferment - as a noun
A state of agitation or turbulent change or development
Example: "The political ferment produced new leadership"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
agitationfermentationtempestuousnessunrestA substance capable of bringing about fermentation
A process in which an agent causes an organic substance to break down into simpler substances; especially, the anaerobic breakdown of sugar into alcohol
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fermentationfermentingzymolysiszymosisHypernyms (Closely Related)
chemical actionchemical changechemical processHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Ferment - as a verb
Be in an agitated or excited state
Example: "The middle east is fermenting"
Work up into agitation or excitement
Example: "This religion is fermenting africa"
Example Sentences
"The ferment in the wine creates bubbles."
"The yogurt needs to go through a fermenting process."
"The ferment in the beer gives it its distinct taste."
"In bread-making, a ferment is used to leaven the dough."
"The ferment of ideas in the brainstorming session was invigorating."
Word Game Points
Is FERMENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ferment is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FERMENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is FERMENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ferment is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFERMENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is FERMENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ferment is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFERMENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
