diffused (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /dɪˈfjuːz/
Definition
To spread out over a large area; to become less concentrated.
Examples
The gas will diffuse into the atmosphere.
Sunlight diffused through the thin clouds.
The scent of flowers diffused across the garden.
How to Use diffused
- diffuse into (prepositional phrase)
- To spread into a particular area or substance. — "The smoke diffused into the surrounding air."
- diffuse across (prepositional phrase)
- To spread over a wide area. — "The news of the event diffused across the country."
- diffuse light (collocation)
- Light that is spread out and not harsh or direct. — "The studio used soft, diffuse light for the portrait photography."
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