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DILUTE

(adj., verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Dilute.

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Dilute - as an adjective

Reduced in strength or concentration or quality or purity

Example: "Diluted alcohol"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
diluted9

Dilute - as a verb

Lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture

Example: "Cut bourbon"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cut5reduce9thin7thin out
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
weaken13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones

Example: "Adulterate liquor"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
adulterate11debase9load5stretch12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
corrupt11spoil7
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Dilute - as a noun

An animal having a lighter-coloured coat than is usual.

Example Sentences

"You need to dilute the juice with water to make it less sweet."
"She diluted the cleaning solution by adding more water."
"The company decided to dilute their shares to attract investors."
"To achieve the desired color, you should dilute the paint with white."
"He diluted the strong coffee with milk."
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Word Game Points

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

DILUTE has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is DILUTE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dilute is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DILUTE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is DILUTE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dilute is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DILUTE has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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