adulteration

IPA: ʌdʌɫtɝˈeɪʃʌn

The action of adulterating, being mixed with extraneous material, illicit substitution of one substance for another.

Examples of "adulteration" in Sentences

The company was fined for adulteration of their products, adding harmful substances to cut costs
Adulteration of spices is a common problem in the food industry, affecting both taste and quality
The practice of adulteration in the pharmaceutical industry poses serious health risks to consumers
It is important for consumers to be aware of the signs of adulteration in the products they purchase
The company's reputation suffered greatly due to the scandal of adulteration in their products