dilutes
Pronunciation: [dɪˈluːts]
Word
Context: "chemistry"
(verb) to make a liquid weaker by adding more liquid to it. For example, when you add water to juice, you're making it less strong or less thick.
Example
She dilutes the orange juice with water so it's not too sweet.
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If you don't dilute the paint, it will be too thick to use.
Example
How much water do you need to dilute the juice?
Context: "emotions or effects"
(verb) to lessen the strength or impact of something, like feelings or ideas. It's like when something powerful becomes less strong or less important.
Example
He dilutes his fear by thinking about all the safety measures in place.
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Her happiness wasn't diluted by the bad news she received.
Example
Do you think explaining things more will dilute their importance?
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