Pronunciation: /daɪˈluʃən/
noun the process of making something weaker or less effective
A1 The teacher explained that dilution means making a substance weaker by adding more solvent.
A2 In the chemistry lab, we learned how to calculate the dilution of a solution.
B1 The dilution of the medication was necessary to reduce its potency and minimize side effects.
B2 The scientist conducted a series of experiments to determine the optimal dilution for the new drug.
C1 The process of dilution is crucial in industries such as pharmaceuticals and manufacturing.
C2 The researcher's findings challenged the traditional methods of dilution in chemical reactions.
formal The dilution of the chemical solution was necessary to reach the desired concentration.
informal We had to water down the juice to make it less strong.
slang They had to thin out the sauce to make it taste better.
figurative The dilution of her power made her leadership less effective.
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