Dilution
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /daɪˈljuːʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dilution is a noun meaning The process of making something dilute.
Meaning
The process of making something dilute.
More Meanings
- A solution that has had additional solvent, such as water, added to it into order to make it less concentrated.
- The process of bringing in unskilled workers to replace skilled ones, for example during wartime.
- (finance) Ellipsis of share dilution.
- (copyright law) Ellipsis of trademark dilution.
Word Forms
- dilutions
Synonyms for dilution
Depending on context, synonyms include diluting.
Antonyms for dilution
Common opposites include concentration.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include diluting, diluent, dilute, depletion, attenuation, disintegration.
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