DISPERSION Synonyms: 15 Similar and Opposite Words

dispersion

noun

di-ˈspər-zhən

Definition of dispersion

as in dispersal

an act or process in which something scatters or is scattered the dispersion of energy from a source

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Recent Examples of dispersion Yet for some thinkers today the involuntary dispersion of the Jews (galut or golah) is articulated as being inherently different from the voluntary exile of the Jews (diaspora or tfutsot). — Literary Hub, 24 July 2026 Investors who access emerging markets through a broad index miss the dispersion that active country allocation can capture. — Jason Kirsch, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026 The optical technology stands out with ultra-low dispersion (UD) glass elements for virtually no chromatic aberration (color fringing) and doublet field flatteners for sharp stars from edge-to-edge. — Harry Bennett, Space.com, 20 July 2026 Adidas Virginia Watermoc is a slip-on shoe with all the appearances of grip and water dispersion. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for dispersion

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In one of the recent demonstrations in the town of Lens on Monday, a 15-year-old had picked up a police dispersal grenade that detonated, losing his hand and part of his lower arm, officials said.

— Greg Norman-Diamond, FOXNews.com, 6 Oct. 2026
The team then used the ridges and scarps in regions less affected by the dispersal of debris to estimate the amount of contraction.

— Robert Lea, Space.com, 10 Sep. 2026

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Americans and a scattering of Europeans in search of the fabled Dolce Vita of this coast, and the trend of Asian and Middle East guests who are fans of the brand.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
This scattering also polarizes the light; the amount of polarization seen depends on the incoming light’s angle with respect to the observer.

— Phil Plait, Scientific American, 2 Oct. 2026

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