solvent

Definitions

A substance, typically a liquid, that is able to dissolve other substances.

Having assets in excess of liabilities; able to pay one's debts.

Examples

Water is often referred to as the universal solvent because it can dissolve more substances than any other liquid.

The chemist used a strong chemical solvent to remove the stubborn paint stains from the laboratory equipment.

Synonyms

financially sound stable liquid dissolving agent flush prosperous wealthy

Antonyms

insolvent bankrupt broke indebted destitute impoverished failed