DISSIPATION
Scrabble letter values: D2I1S1S1I1P3A1T1I1O1N1 = 14
Definition
- noun breaking up and scattering by dispersion.
- noun dissolute indulgence in sensual pleasure. — synonyms: profligacy, dissolution, licentiousness, looseness
- noun useless or profitless activity. — synonyms: waste, wastefulness
Examples
- “the dissipation of the mist”
- “using or expending or consuming thoughtlessly or carelessly”
- “if the effort brings no compensating gain it is a waste”