Definition

The process of making something weaker or less concentrated, often by adding a liquid or another substance.

Example

The dilution of the solution made it less effective for the experiment.

Conversation

I was reading about how dilution can affect stock prices.

Yeah, it’s interesting how new shares can change everything.

Exactly! It made me wonder about how dilution impacts investors.

For sure, it can really shift the value of their shares.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dilution → It is formed from "di-" (meaning apart) and "luere" (meaning to wash). The word describes the process of washing something out or making it less concentrated by adding a liquid.

Memory Tip

Think of 'washing something out' ('luere') to remember that 'dilution' means making a substance less concentrated.

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