diffusion
Translation
diffusion, spreading, dissemination
Examples
The diffusion of heat through the metal was slow.
The diffusion of heat through the metal was slow.
We studied the diffusion of ideas across cultures.
We studied the diffusion of ideas across cultures.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the spreading of (sth.) The diffusion of knowledge is important for society.
Similar Words
Synonyms: spreading, dissemination, propagation
Etymology
From Latin 'diffundere' (to pour out), from 'dis-' (apart) + 'fundere' (to pour).
Memory Tips
Imagine a drop of ink 'diffusing' or spreading out in a glass of water.