Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dissipated
adjective
/ˈdɪsɪˌpeɪtɪd/
Definition
To scatter or disperse something; to diminish or waste away.
Examples
- The dissipated fog revealed the stunning landscape beneath.
- He led a dissipated life, spending money frivolously on parties and luxuries.
- Her dissipated energy made it hard for her to focus on her studies.
Meaning
Dissipated refers to the act of gradually disappearing or becoming less concentrated. It can also describe a lifestyle characterized by indulgence and excess, often relating to pleasure-seeking behaviors.
Synonyms
- scattered
- dispersed
- wasted
- profligate
- self-indulgent
