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DIFFUSE

(adj., adj.sat, verb)

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There are 6 meanings of the word Diffuse.

How to pronounce diffuse:

Def 1 US
Def 2 US

Diffuse - as an adjective

(of light) transmitted from a broad light source or reflected

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
diffused16soft7

Diffuse - as an adjective satellite

Spread out; not concentrated in one place

Example: "A large diffuse organization"

Lacking conciseness

Example: "A diffuse historical novel"

Diffuse - as a verb

Move outward

Example: "The soldiers fanned out"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fan outspread9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
distribute13spread9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Spread or diffuse through

Example: "An atmosphere of distrust has permeated this administration"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
imbue9interpenetrate16permeate12pervade13riddle8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
perforate14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Word Game Points

Is DIFFUSE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, diffuse is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DIFFUSE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is DIFFUSE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, diffuse is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DIFFUSE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is DIFFUSE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, diffuse is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DIFFUSE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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