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Meaning of dilute
The primary meaning of the word "dilute" is to make something weaker or less concentrated.
Etymology of dilute
The word "dilute" comes from the Latin word "diluere", which means "to wash away", and is a combination of "dis-" (meaning "apart" or "asunder") and "luere" (meaning "to wash")
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of making something weaker or less concentrated
Synonyms
weaken
thin
water down
attenuate
reduce
lessen
decrease
diminish
moderate
temper
soften
mute
palliate
alleviate
mitigate
lighten
ease
slacken
abate
allay
assuage
modify
qualify
extenuate
minimize
tone down
calm
soothe
moderate
temper
reduce
decrease
slacken
relax
loosen
unbend
unstring
decompress
unwind
thin out
sparse
rarefy
scatter
disperse
dissipate
dispel
Definitions
- To make a liquid weaker or less concentrated by adding another substance, typically water or a solvent
- * To reduce the strength or effectiveness of something, such as an argument or a feeling
- * To make something less intense or severe
Usage Examples
- The chef had to dilute the sauce with water because it was too thick
- * The company's message was diluted by the many conflicting opinions expressed by its representatives
- * The medication was diluted with saline solution to make it easier to administer