dissipation

Definitions

The act of scattering or dispersing something until it disappears.

The squandering of money, energy, or resources through wasteful or indulgent living.

Examples

The dissipation of heat from the engine is essential to prevent it from overheating.

The sudden dissipation of the morning fog allowed the hikers to see the mountain peak clearly.

Synonyms

waste profligacy debauchery squandering indulgence excess depletion

Antonyms

conservation frugality accumulation thrift moderation preservation saving