dilute

²dilute

adj

Definition of DILUTE

: weak, diluted

— di·lute·ness noun

Examples of DILUTE

1. a dilute solution of acid
2. <a dilute acid that's safe to handle in the classroom>

First Known Use of DILUTE

1605

Related to DILUTE

Synonyms: weak, diluted, thin, thinned, washy, watery, weakened

Antonyms: full-bodied, rich, strong

Related Words: adulterated, watered-down

Near Antonyms: enriched, fortified; concentrated, condensed, evaporated

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