Meaning & Definition of word "Dissolve"
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Dissolve
/dɪˈzɒlv/
verb:
- 1. To mix a solid substance with a liquid until it becomes part of the liquid.
- Example: When you heat the water, the sugar will dissolve quickly.
- 2. To cause to disappear or to be lost.
- Example: The tension in the room began to dissolve after some friendly conversation.
- 3. To formally end or terminate something, such as an organization or a marriage.
- Example: The committee decided to dissolve after completing its objectives.
Etymology
From Latin 'dissolvere', meaning to loosen, release.
Common Phrases and Expressions
dissolve into thin air:
To disappear completely and suddenly.
dissolve a partnership:
To officially end a partnership agreement.
Related Words
solution:
A homogeneous mixture of two or more substances.
solvent:
A substance that dissolves a solute, forming a solution.
Slang Meanings of dissolve
Meaning: To break down emotionally.
Example Sentence: After the breakup, he just dissolved in tears.
Meaning: To disappear or fade away.
Example Sentence: He just dissolved from the party after the awkward conversation.