dilution
Translation
dilution, weakening
Examples
The dilution of the acid is important.
The dilution of the acid is important.
This is a 1:10 dilution of the original solution.
This is a 1:10 dilution of the original solution.
Grammar Patterns
dilution of ((sth.)) the weakening of (sth.) The dilution of the acid is important.
Similar Words
Synonyms: weakening, thinning; Antonyms: concentration, strengthening
Etymology
From the verb 'dilute' + '-ion', a suffix forming nouns of action or state.
Memory Tips
The '-ion' ending signifies a process or result. So, 'dilution' is the process or result of 'diluting'.