Dissipation

Pronunciation: /dɪˌsɪˈpeɪʃən/

Definitions of dissipation

noun wasteful expenditure or consumption

Example Sentences

A1 The dissipation of the fog allowed the sun to shine through.

A2 The dissipation of his anger was evident as he calmed down.

B1 The dissipation of energy in the form of heat is a common occurrence in physics.

B2 The dissipation of resources due to poor management led to the company's downfall.

C1 The dissipation of her talents through lack of focus was a tragedy to witness.

C2 The dissipation of wealth through reckless spending was a constant concern for the family.

Examples of dissipation in a Sentence

formal The dissipation of energy in the form of heat is a common occurrence in many physical processes.

informal His dissipation of funds on unnecessary items left him broke by the end of the month.

slang Stop your dissipation of time and get back to work!

figurative The dissipation of trust between them was evident in their strained conversations.

Grammatical Forms of dissipation

• past tense: dissipated
• plural: dissipations
• comparative: more dissipated
• superlative: most dissipated
• present tense: dissipates
• future tense: will dissipate
• perfect tense: has dissipated
• continuous tense: is dissipating
• singular: dissipation
• positive degree: dissipative
• infinitive: to dissipate
• gerund: dissipating
• participle: dissipated

Origin and Evolution of dissipation

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'dissipation' originated from the Latin word 'dissipationem', which means a scattering or dispersing.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe the act of scattering or dispersing, the word 'dissipation' evolved over time to also refer to the wasteful or extravagant expenditure of resources, as well as the act of indulging in excessive pleasures or vices.