dilution

• Sustantivo que denota el proceso o resultado de reducir la concentración de una sustancia en una mezcla añadiendo otro líquido, como agua; también, el debilitamiento o atenuación de algo, como un efecto, color o valor, al mezclarlo o extenderlo.

A noun referring to the process of making a liquid weaker or less concentrated by adding another liquid, such as water.

1. Reduction of concentrationB2formalscientific

   The process of making a liquid weaker or less concentrated by adding another liquid, typically water.

   dilución (reducción de concentración)

   • The dilution of the acid with water is a critical step in the experiment.
   • Proper dilution of the cleaning solution prevents damage to surfaces.
   • The lab technician prepared a series of dilutions for the test.

   Sinónimosattenuationcuttingthinningweakening

   Antónimosconcentrationcondensationstrengthening

2. Reduction of value or strengthC1formalbusiness

   The reduction in the value, power, or effectiveness of something, such as shares or a brand.

   Dilución (pérdida de valor o eficacia)

   • The company's stock suffered dilution after issuing new shares.
   • Brand dilution can occur when a company expands too quickly.
   • The dilution of the original proposal weakened its impact.

   Sinónimosadulterationattenuationdiminutionimpairmentreductionweakening

   Antónimosconcentrationintensificationstrengthening