dissipation
noun
dis·si·pa·tion
ˌdi-sə-ˈpā-shən 
1
: the action or process of dissipating : the state of being dissipated:
a
: dispersion, diffusion
the dissipation of the smoke
the dissipation of enemy forces
b
archaic
: dissolution, disintegration
c
: wasteful expenditure
the dissipation of the family's fortune
d
: intemperate living
especially
: excessive drinking
2
: an act of self-indulgence
lived a life of dissipation
especially
: one that is not harmful : amusement
Examples of dissipation in a Sentence
Insulation helps prevent the dissipation of heat from houses in the winter.
a movie about the dissipation of a famous heir's fortune
He lived a life of dissipation.
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Just as impressively, a hitherto restless audience let the final tam-tam hit ring to dissipation.
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Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
The league’s exit is expected to bring with it the dissipation of tens of millions of dollars in advertising deals, but will also lower Warner’s costs.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 27 Feb. 2025
The enclosure has a grille and internal airflow channels for heat dissipation.
—PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2025
In contrast, regions with abundant vegetation and open green spaces allow for more efficient heat dissipation, maintaining a cooler environment.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
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Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
The league’s exit is expected to bring with it the dissipation of tens of millions of dollars in advertising deals, but will also lower Warner’s costs.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 27 Feb. 2025
The enclosure has a grille and internal airflow channels for heat dissipation.
—PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2025
In contrast, regions with abundant vegetation and open green spaces allow for more efficient heat dissipation, maintaining a cooler environment.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
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“Dissipation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dissipation. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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dissipation
noun
dis·si·pa·tion
ˌdis-ə-ˈpā-shən
: the action or process of dissipating : the state of being dissipated
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