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Dissolution

/ˌdɪsəˈl(j)uːʃən/ · noun

Meaning

The termination of an organized body or legislative assembly, especially a formal dismissal..

Definitions by Sense

  1. The termination of an organized body or legislative assembly, especially a formal dismissal.
  2. Disintegration, or decomposition into fragments.
  3. Dissolving, or going into solution.
  4. The quality of being dissolute.

Example Sentences

The whole fabric dries up, or becomes putrid; and, in both cases, sooner or later, tends to a dissolution.
On August 16, 2014, a 24-year-old male programmer posted a more than 9,000-word tirade about the dissolution of his relationship with video game developer Zoë Quinn.
He led a life of dissolution, drinking and gambling almost daily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does dissolution mean?

Dissolution means The termination of an organized body or legislative assembly, especially a formal dismissal..

What is a synonym for dissolution?

Common synonyms include abolition, disestablishment, dissipation, disintegration.

What is the opposite of dissolution?

Possible antonyms include establishment, foundation.

How do you use dissolution in a sentence?

The whole fabric dries up, or becomes putrid; and, in both cases, sooner or later, tends to a dissolution.

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