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/dɪˈsɪpətɪv/ · dis.si.pa.tive
adjective
  1. Tending to cause something to be dispersed or scattered. The dissipative forces acting on the gas molecules led to a rapid increase in entropy.
adjective
  1. Relating to or characterized by the dissipation of energy or resources. The dissipative nature of the rocket's propulsion system made it inefficient for long-duration spaceflight.
Did you know? The concept of dissipative systems has far-reaching implications in various fields, including physics, chemistry, and biology, and is used to describe complex phenomena such as turbulence and chaotic behavior.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 16, 2026