dissipate

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Dissipate' means to spread out or scatter, becoming less noticeable until it's gone. It's like if a drop of ink landed in water and gradually spread out and got lighter.

Examples in Different Contexts

In financial contexts, 'dissipate' might mean the decline in value or influence. A CFO might say, 'The initial enthusiasm for the product dissipated after the first quarter.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

We're noticing a significant drop-off of signal strength in certain parts of the building, which is affecting network performance.

Response:

Could some kind of physical barrier be contributing to the signal dissipating?

Impact

Scenario:

The increasing pollution levels are a cause for concern. It's affecting not just the local ecosystem, but has far-reaching effects as well.

Response:

Due to the chemical waste overpowering the water, the pollutants will likely dissipate without being noticed.