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DISPERSION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Dispersion.

Dispersion - as a noun

Spreading widely or driving off

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
scattering13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
spread9spreading13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The spatial or geographic property of being scattered about over a range, area, or volume

Example: "Worldwide in distribution"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
distribution15
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
spacing12spatial arrangement
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of dispersing or diffusing something

Example: "The dispersion of the troops"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
diffusion16dispersal12dissemination16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
spread9spreading13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The dispersion of the crowd made it difficult to find my friends."
"The dispersion of light through a prism creates a rainbow."
"The dispersion of information through social media can be rapid."
"The dispersion of pollutants in the atmosphere can lead to air pollution."
"The dispersion of seeds helps plants spread over a larger area."
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Word Game Points

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

DISPERSION has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

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

Is DISPERSION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dispersion is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISPERSION has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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