DISSIPATE

/ˈdɪsɪpeɪt/ ► audio Scrabble 12 Words With Friends 13

Scrabble letter values: D2I1S1S1I1P3A1T1E1 = 12

Definition

  1. verb to cause to separate and go in different directions. — synonyms: disperse, dispel, break_up, scatter
  2. verb move away from each other. — synonyms: disperse, scatter, spread_out
  3. verb spend frivolously and unwisely. — synonyms: fritter, frivol_away, shoot, fritter_away, fool, fool_away
  4. verb live a life of pleasure, especially with respect to alcoholic consumption.

Examples

  • “She waved her hand and scattered the crowds”
  • “The crowds dispersed”
  • “The children scattered in all directions when the teacher approached”

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