Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

CONTAMINATE

pollute

The most appropriate synonym of the word contaminate is pollute.

• Contaminate means to make something impure or unclean by introducing something harmful or dirty.
• Cleanse means to make something clean or pure by removing dirt, impurities, or unwanted substances.
• Pollute means to make something impure or unclean by introducing harmful or dirty substances.
• Sanctify means to make something holy or sacred by setting it apart for religious purposes.
• Purify means to make something pure or clean by removing impurities or unwanted substances.