dissipating

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "dissipating" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe the process of something gradually disappearing or being dispersed. Example: "The fog was dissipating as the sun rose higher in the sky."

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The Hollywood film U-571 (2000), in which the Royal Navy's capture of an Enigma machine during the second world war is falsely attributed to an American crew (including chief engineer Jon Bon Jovi), was denounced in parliament by prime minister Tony Blair.

The Guardian - Film

U Myint Aye, aged 61, from Yangon, has a long track record of peaceful political activism.

The Guardian

Referring back to her iconic look in the Nothing Compares 2 U video – a huge international hit written by Prince – O'Connor admitted that she was asked by her label to reconsider her image for the 1990s video.

The Guardian - Music

In Britain, the US and France the top 1% have over the past 100 years seen their fortunes rise and fall and rise again in a U-shaped arc.

The Guardian - Business

Of these, Brundage sa id 85% – almost 600,000 – are unemployed even though many of them are employable.

The Guardian - Business

"This time it was União da Madeira, his eighth promotion, from the second division to the first tier (or seventh if we exclude last year as he was sacked before the end of the season): P. Ferreira 90-91, Académica 96-97, U. Leiria 97-98, Belenenses 98-99, Leixões 06-07, Arouca 12-13, Moreirense 13-14 and U. Madeira 14-15.

The Guardian - Sport

The U-6 number is around 13%, Yellen says.

The Guardian - Business

But on Thursday at an EU summit in Brussels, Luxembourg performed a U-turn and promised to hand over all the tax rulings to the commission after Vestager announced she was extending her inquiry to all 28 EU countries.

The Guardian

Indeed the pressure became so intense over the past 72 hours that the government was forced into an embarrassing U-turn over plans to cut allowances for younger disabled people in the republic.

The Guardian

"I guess it hurts 2 have the producers tell u to ur face that nicki is the best judge we've had since simon [cowell]," the rapper further tweeted.

The Guardian - Music

Amnesty is calling for the immediate release of Burmese human rights activist U Myint Aye, who is serving a life sentence for his alleged involvement in planning a bomb attack in the Shwepyitha Township in Yangon on 1 July 2008.

The Guardian

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "dissipating" to describe something gradually fading or disappearing, like fog or a feeling. It emphasizes a process of dispersal.

Common error

Avoid using "dissipating" when "evaporating" is more appropriate. "Evaporating" specifically refers to the phase change of a liquid into a gas, whereas "dissipating" is a more general term for something fading or dispersing.

Linguistic Context

The primary grammatical function of "dissipating" is as a present participle or gerund, often functioning as part of a continuous verb tense (e.g., "The clouds are dissipating") or as a verbal noun. Ludwig AI confirms its usability.

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "dissipating" is a versatile term used to describe the gradual process of something fading or disappearing. Though no direct examples were found, Ludwig AI confirms that "dissipating" is correct and usable in English. You can use other similar words like "fading away", "vanishing", or "evaporating" depending on the nuance you want to convey. Use it to describe processes that are ongoing and result in gradual disappearance, and avoid confusing it with "evaporating", which has a specific scientific meaning. "Dissipating" serves well in neutral contexts, providing a clear and accurate depiction of diminishing presence.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

fading away

Suggests a gradual loss of visibility or intensity, similar to "dissipating" but often used for light or sound.

vanishing

Implies a complete and sudden disappearance, more abrupt than "dissipating".

evaporating

Specifically refers to a liquid changing into a vapor or gas, a physical process of disappearing.

dwindling

Indicates a gradual reduction in size or amount, focusing on the lessening quantity.

petering out

Suggests a slow and inconclusive end, often used for energy or effort.

dissolving

Implies a substance breaking apart and becoming incorporated into a liquid.

melting away

Similar to dissolving but implies a softer, less forceful disappearance.

thinning out

Refers to a decrease in density or concentration, often used for crowds or hair.

waning

Indicates a decrease in power or influence, often used metaphorically.

lessening

A general term for decreasing in amount, intensity, or degree.

FAQs

How can I use "dissipating" in a sentence?

"Dissipating" describes something gradually fading or disappearing. For example, "The morning fog was dissipating as the sun rose higher."

What's a good alternative to "dissipating"?

Depending on the context, you could use alternatives such as "fading away", "vanishing", or "evaporating".

Is "dissipating" formal or informal?

"Dissipating" is generally considered a neutral term suitable for both formal and informal contexts.

What does "dissipating" imply about the process of disappearing?

It implies a gradual and often irreversible process of something breaking apart or dispersing until it's no longer noticeable.