diffuse
//dɪˈfjuːz//
Verb
diffuseInfinitive
diffusePresent tense
diffusedPast tense
diffusedPast participle
diffusingPresent participle
diffusesThird-person singular
1
To spread or cause to spread over a wide area or among a large number of people.
The internet has helped diffuse knowledge to people around the world.
2
To become or cause to become intermingled by movement of particles, especially in a liquid or gas.
The ink diffused slowly through the water.
Antonym
Adjective
diffuseCanonical form
1
Spread out over a large area; not concentrated.
The population in this region is diffuse, with villages scattered across the countryside.
2
Lacking clarity or conciseness; verbose or wordy.
His diffuse writing style made the report difficult to follow.
3
(Of light) softly scattered in many directions; not harsh or glaring.
The diffuse light from the cloudy sky created a soft atmosphere in the room.