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[ noun ] dissolute indulgence in sensual pleasure

Related terms

intemperance dissipate

2
[ noun ] breaking up and scattering by dispersion

Examples

"the dissipation of the mist"

Related terms

dispersion disperse

3
[ noun ] useless or profitless activity; using or expending or consuming thoughtlessly or carelessly

Synonyms

waste wastefulness

Examples

: "if the effort brings no compensating gain it is a waste" "mindless dissipation of natural resources"

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