dilute
/daɪˈluːt/
CEFR level C1Topic ScienceWord #6977 in the learning path
稀释；冲淡
Definitions
v. To make a liquid weaker by adding water or another liquid.
稀释；冲淡
v. To reduce the strength, quality, or influence of something.
削弱；减弱
adj. Containing a relatively small amount of a substance in liquid.
稀释的；浓度低的
Example
Dilute the juice with water before giving it to children.
给孩子喝果汁前，先加水稀释。
Excessive commercial involvement may dilute the educational value of programmes designed for young television viewers.
过多的商业介入可能削弱面向青少年观众的电视节目的教育价值。
Collocations
- dilute with water
- a dilute solution
- dilute the impact
Word family
- dilution (n.)
- undiluted (adj.)
Synonyms
- weaken
Antonyms
- concentrate
Usage tip
dilute A with B表示用液体B稀释A。
FAQ
- What does dilute mean?
- To make a liquid weaker by adding water or another liquid. To reduce the strength, quality, or influence of something. Containing a relatively small amount of a substance in liquid.
- How is dilute pronounced?
- UK /daɪˈluːt/, US /daɪˈluːt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
