Pronunciation: [ɐdˈʌltəɹˌa͡ɪz] (IPA) 
The word "adulterise" is spelled with an "e" at the end instead of the more common "a" because it follows the British English spelling convention. The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /əˈdʌltəraɪz/, with the stress placed on the second syllable. The word means to commit adultery or to cheat on one's spouse. It is important to be aware of the correct spelling of this word when using it in written communication.
Adulterise is a verb used to describe the act of making something impure or lower in quality by adding inferior, altered, or inappropriate substances or elements to it. The term is predominantly associated with food and beverages, specifically when such products are tampered with, mixed with substandard ingredients, or contaminated in order to deceive consumers. Adulterise can also be applied to other contexts beyond the culinary realm, such as the alteration or degradation of documents, materials, or even ideas.
The purpose of adulterising is often to cut costs, increase profits, or gain an unfair advantage, usually at the expense of consumers or competitors. Common examples of adulterising in the food industry include the addition of fillers, such as water or preservatives, to extend products or dilute their quality, substituting key ingredients with cheaper alternatives, or even deliberately misleading labeling to misrepresent the content or origin of a product. Such practices are unethical and illegal in many jurisdictions, as they pose risks to consumer health, result in unfair competition, and undermine the integrity of the market. Adulterising can have serious consequences for both individuals and businesses, often leading to legal actions, financial penalties, or damage to a brand's reputation. Government agencies and regulatory bodies play a vital role in monitoring and enforcing regulations to prevent and minimize the occurrence of adulterising practices.
The word "adulterise" is derived from the Latin word "adulterare", which means "to corrupt" or "to make impure". This Latin term stems from two elements: "ad", which means "to" or "towards", and "alter", which means "other" or "different". Therefore, "adulterise" originally referred to the act of corrupting or making something impure by mixing it with other substances or elements. In English, it specifically denotes the act of committing adultery or engaging in extramarital affairs.
