Solvent’s meaning changes pretty drastically depending on its part of speech. As a noun, solvent is either a certain kind of chemical or an idea that solves a problem. As an adjective, solvent describes someone who's got cash on hand.
Having the power of dissolving; dissolving;
Noun
a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem; "they were trying to find a peaceful solution"; "the answers were in the back of the book"; "he computed the result to four decimal places"
Noun
a liquid substance capable of dissolving other substances; "the solvent does not change its state in forming a solution"
Adjective
capable of meeting financial obligations
a.
Having the power of dissolving; dissolving; as, a solvent
fluid.
a.
Able or sufficient to pay all just debts; as, a solvent
merchant; the estate is solvent.
n.
A substance (usually liquid) suitable for, or employed in,
solution, or in dissolving something; as, water is the appropriate
solvent of most salts, alcohol of resins, ether of fats, and mercury or
acids of metals, etc.
n.
That which resolves; as, a solvent of mystery.
Solvent
Solvent
Having the power of dissolving; dissolving;
A substance (usually liquid) suitable for, or employed in, solution, or in dissolving something;
Usage Examples
In light of these facts Republicans have put forth a variety of proposals to make Social Security remain solvent for future generations. But up to this point, Democrats have chosen to oppose our good faith efforts and insist that indeed there is no problem.
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Other Usage ExamplesI do not believe in excuses. I believe in hard work as the prime solvent of life's problems.
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