dilute 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of dilutenext
1
as in diluted
not containing very much of some important element a dilute acid that's safe to handle in the classroom

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in polluted
containing foreign or lower-grade substances a dilute solution of ammonia

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

dilute

2 of 2

verb

dī-ˈlüt How to pronounce dilute (audio)
as in to pollute
to alter (something) for the worse with the addition of foreign or lower-grade substances the pharmacist was convicted of diluting prescription drugs in order to increase profits

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of dilute
Adjective
Tests pick it up even in dilute wastewater,'' the story reports. — Bob Warren, NOLA.com, 15 Apr. 2018 Of the plants previously watered with very dilute vinegar, 70 percent survived while almost none of those that were given other acids or only water did. — Carolyln Wilke, sacbee, 30 June 2017
Verb
Shower steamers are a safe way to enjoy the benefits of aromatherapy, in part because essential oils should always be diluted before use, which happens when the dissolving tablet meets the water and infuses into the steam. — Annie Blackman, Allure, 16 Mar. 2025 The bureaucratic overhead of administering grants dilutes their efficiency, with federal dollars usually arriving below 65 cents on the dollar. — U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dilute
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dilute
  1. diluted
  2. pollute
  3. thin
  4. cut
  5. contaminated
  6. weaken
  7. mixed
  8. load
Adjective
  • The company reported net income of $21.1 million, or $1.39 per diluted share, compared to $23.9 million, or $1.55 per diluted share, in the previous year.
    — Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025
  • In the year, net income was $3.1 million, or 5 cents a diluted share, down from $27.9 million, or 43 cents, in fiscal 2023.
    — Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of diluted
Verb
  • Slowing down enforcement could be considered a license to pollute — but industry would have to take a leap of faith that enforcers won’t catch up with them.
    — Jan Ellen Spiegel, Hartford Courant, 28 Mar. 2025
  • Loosening wastewater rules will pollute soil and negatively impact crops even more, McBride said.
    — Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 26 Mar. 2025
Definition of pollute
Adjective
  • Luckily, there are tons of affordable products that’ll assist you with that thin French tip.
    — Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 26 Mar. 2025
  • Staying hydrated helps thin mucus and clear congestion.6 Adults should aim to drink between 9 and 13 cups of fluids daily.
    — Rachael Zimlich, BSN, RN, Verywell Health, 26 Mar. 2025
Definition of thin
Verb
  • Pitino pulled star wing RJ Luis out of the lineup after making two free throws to cut Arkansas’ lead to two points with less than five minutes to play.
    — Brendan Quinn, The Athletic, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Will cutting sustainability contribute to losing trust with employees, consumers, and communities?
    — Paul Klein, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
Definition of cut
Adjective
  • As the recall was initiated back in February, the contaminated merchandise may have since been removed from shelves.
    — Moná Thomas, People.com, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Listen to this article The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will not reconsider its denial to investigate whether the Tijuana River Estuary qualifies as a Superfund site, a designation given to the most contaminated places in the country needing long-term cleanup.
    — Tammy Murga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of contaminated
Verb
  • Seth Jones, president of the defense and security department of the Center for Strategic and International Studies, says a trade war that punishes U.S. partners in the region threatens to weaken ties with Asian allies, possibly forcing them to reassess the reliability of U.S. security commitments.
    — Scott Neuman, NPR, 22 Mar. 2025
  • The doctor added that recovery would best continue away from the hospital, where exposure to viruses risks weakening the Holy Father's condition.
    — Danielle Wallace, Fox News, 22 Mar. 2025
Definition of weaken
Adjective
  • The Democratic embrace of influencers has also yielded mixed early results.
    — Matt Brown, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2025
  • And in spite of early mixed reviews, it's become a staple in the rom-com canon, thanks in large part of Roberts and Gere's undeniable onscreen chemistry.
    — Stephanie Sengwe, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
Definition of mixed
Verb
  • Karlie Davison singled, Payton Burnham reached on a fielder's choice and Reagan Johnson legged out an infield single to load the bases with one out.
    — Christina Long, Arkansas Online, 31 Mar. 2025
  • Clevinger walked Trout to load the bases with two outs, but struck out Soler to end the threat and keep the Sox ahead by three runs.
    — LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025
Definition of load

Browse Nearby Words

dillydallying
dilute
diluted
See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Dilute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dilute. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.

Copy Citation

Share

More from Merriam-Webster on dilute

Nglish: Translation of dilute for Spanish Speakers

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

Popular in Grammar & Usage

See More

How to Use Em Dashes (—), En Dashes (–) , and Hyphens (-)

The Difference Between 'i.e.' and 'e.g.'

Why is '-ed' sometimes pronounced at the end of a word?

Words You Always Have to Look Up

Democracy or Republic: What's the difference?
See More

Popular in Wordplay

See More

What do SCOTUS, POTUS, and FLOTUS mean?

Top 10 Sophisticated Insults

More Words with Remarkable Origins

Terroir, Oenophile, & Magnum: Ten Words About Wine

8 Words for Lesser-Known Musical Instruments
See More

Popular

See More

How to Use Em Dashes (—), En Dashes (–) , and Hyphens (-)

What do SCOTUS, POTUS, and FLOTUS mean?

Top 10 Sophisticated Insults
See More

Games & Quizzes

See All
Play Quordle: Guess all four words in a limited number of tries. Each of your guesses must be a real 5-letter word.
Quordle Can you solve 4 words at once?
Play Blossom: Solve today's spelling word game by finding as many words as you can using just 7 letters. Longer words score more points.
Blossom Word Game Pick the best words!
Play Missing Letter: a crossword with a twist. Each of the 25 puzzle words start with a different letter of the alphabet. Which letter is missing?
Missing Letter A daily crossword with a twist
burrowing owl athene cunicularia tilts its head outside its burrow on marco island florida
Guess the Curious Origins of These Everyday Words Oh, that’s where that comes from…
See All