Aerates is a verb that means to infuse or blend air or gas into a liquid or substance. Some common synonyms for aerates include oxygenates, ventilates, bubbles, charges, and carbonates. Oxygenates refers specifically to adding oxygen to a liquid, while ventilates can refer to adding air or removing stale air. Bubbles implies a playful or light addition of air, often associated with carbonated drinks. Charges can refer to adding gas or electricity to a substance, while carbonates specifically refers to infusing with carbon dioxide. Other synonyms for aerates include foams, froths, and effervesces, all of which imply a light, bubbly quality.