Adulterated means that something has been mixed or contaminated with impurities, making it of lower quality or unfit for its intended purpose.
Related terms
Contaminated: Contaminated refers to something that has been polluted or tainted by undesirable substances.
Quality Control: Quality control involves measures taken to ensure that products meet certain standards and are free from defects or impurities.
Consumer Protection: Consumer protection involves laws and regulations aimed at safeguarding consumers from unfair practices, such as being sold adulterated goods.