diluted
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /dɪˈluːtɪd/
KK: /dɪˈluːtɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing a substance that has been made weaker or less concentrated by adding another substance, usually a liquid.
Example
The diluted solution is safer to use for cleaning.
Conversation
I tried that new juice, but it tasted really diluted.
Yeah, I noticed that too; it didn't have much flavor at all.
Maybe they added too much water to it.
Probably! I prefer my juice to be more concentrated.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
thin
weak
watered
Antonyms
concentrated
strong
pure
verb
Definition
To make a liquid thinner or weaker by adding water or another liquid.
Example
She diluted the juice with water to make it less sweet.
Tense Forms
Past: diluted
Past Participle: diluted
Conversation
I tried making that juice you recommended, but I think I diluted it too much.
Oh no! Did you add too much water?
Yeah, I guess I was trying to make it last longer.
Root Explanation
Diluted → It is formed from "di-" (meaning apart or in different directions) and "luere" (meaning to wash or dissolve). The word "diluted" means made thinner or weaker by the addition of another substance, as if washing it out or spreading it apart.
Memory Tip
Think of something being 'washed out' or 'spread apart' — 'di-' means apart, and 'luere' means to wash. This helps you remember that 'diluted' refers to a substance that has been made weaker or thinner.
Visually Confused Words
undiluted
dilated
undilute