Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dissipation
noun
/ˌdɪsɪˈpeɪʃən/
Definition
The act of scattering or dispersing something, especially in a wasteful manner.
Examples
- The dissipation of heat in the engine was a major concern for the engineers.
- Many problems in society arise from the dissipation of public funds.
- He regretted the dissipation of his youth on trivial pursuits.
Meaning
Dissipation refers to the process of wasting or squandering resources such as energy, time, or money, often in a carefree or reckless way.
Synonyms
- waste
- squandering
- dispersal
- dissolution
- dispersement
