dispersive
|dis-per-sive|
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/dɪˈspɜːrsɪv/
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/dɪˈspɜːsɪv/
(disperse)
scatter widely
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dispersive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'dispersivus', where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'spargere' meant 'to scatter'.
Historical Evolution
'dispersivus' transformed into the French word 'dispersif', and eventually became the modern English word 'dispersive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to scatter apart', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'tending to spread or scatter'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
tending to spread or scatter.
The dispersive nature of the material makes it ideal for spreading seeds.
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Last updated: 2025/04/21 17:08