Definition

The act of wasting or squandering something, often referring to energy or resources, or indulging excessively in pleasures.

Example

The dissipation of his wealth left him with nothing after years of extravagant spending.

Conversation

I was reading about how too much dissipation can lead to problems in life.

Yeah, it's easy to get caught up in fun and forget responsibilities.

Exactly! Sometimes I worry about my own dissipation during the weekends.

Same here! A balance is really important to enjoy life without losing control.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dissipation → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "sippare" (from Latin, meaning to throw away or scatter). The word "dissipation" refers to the act of scattering or wasting away, often in the context of energy or resources.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'thrown apart' ('dis-') and 'scattered' ('sippare') — that's why dissipation means wasting or scattering away.

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