Diffuse
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈfjuːz/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Diffuse is a verb meaning (transitive) To spread (something) over or through as in air, water, or other matter, especially by fluid motion or passive means.
Meaning
(transitive) To spread (something) over or through as in air, water, or other matter, especially by fluid motion or passive means.
More Meanings
- (intransitive) To be spread over or through as in air, water, or other matter, especially by fluid motion or passive means.
- Everywhere or throughout everything; not focused or concentrated.
- Wordy; verbose.
Example Sentences
Food coloring diffuses in water.
The riot diffused quite suddenly.
diffuse activity of the prefrontal cortex
The small window diffuses light throughout the room.
Word Forms
- diffuses
- diffusing
- diffused
Synonyms for diffuse
Depending on context, synonyms include forspread, thin, palaverous, prolix, dispersed, incompact.
Antonyms for diffuse
Common opposites include compact, dense.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include disseminate, disperse, propagate, pervade, spread, circulate.
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