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dissipate

The correct spelling is dissipate.

How to pronounce dissipate

/ˈdɪsɪpeɪt/
verb

IPA: /ˈdɪsɪpeɪt/

Say it like: Dis-sip-ate

The correct spelling is dissipate. To drive away, disperse.

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Definition

verb

  1. 1.To drive away, disperse.
  2. 2.To use up or waste; squander.
  3. 3.To vanish by dispersion.
  4. 4.To cause energy to be lost through its conversion to heat.
  5. 5.To be dissolute in conduct.

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