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dissipated

The correct spelling is dissipated.

How to pronounce dissipated

verb

IPA: /ˈdɪsɪpeɪtɪd/

Say it like: Dis-sip-ate-d

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

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Meanings

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.

adjective

  1. 1.Wasteful of health or possessions in the pursuit of pleasure.

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