Diffusive
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈfjuːsɪv/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Diffusive is an adjective meaning That is spread or dispersed across a wide area or among a large number of people.
Meaning
That is spread or dispersed across a wide area or among a large number of people.
More Meanings
- Involving or employing many words; expansive, discursive; (in negative sense) long-winded.
- That diffuses something; disseminating.
- (sciences) Pertaining to diffusion.
Example Sentences
I can never forget the delight with which that diffusive and ingenious orator was heard by all sides of the House, and even by those whose existence he proscribed.
Synonyms for diffusive
Depending on context, synonyms include spreading, disseminative, scattering, diffusing, disseminating, distributive.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include disseminative, spreading, dispersive, scattering, diffusing, distributive.
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