Dissipation (Noun)
Meaning 1
Dissolute indulgence in sensual pleasure.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- His life of dissipation had taken a toll on his physical and mental health, leaving him a shadow of his former self.
- The rockstar's public image was marred by his notorious dissipation, which often made headlines in the tabloids.
- After years of dissipation, she finally sought help to overcome her addiction and turn her life around.
- The once-promising young actor's career was cut short due to his dissipation, which led to a series of poor performances and eventually, his downfall.
- The wealthy socialite's life of dissipation was marked by lavish parties, expensive cars, and a string of failed relationships.
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Meaning 2
Useless or profitless activity; using or expending or consuming thoughtlessly or carelessly; "if the effort brings no compensating gain it is a waste"; "mindless dissipation of natural resources".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Hyponyms
- Waste Of Time
- Prodigality
- Waste Of Effort
- Extravagance
- Boondoggle
- High Life
- Highlife
- Squandering
- Waste Of Money
- Waste Of Material
- Waste Of Energy
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Meaning 3
Breaking up and scattering by dispersion; "the dissipation of the mist".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.