diffuse
UK: dɪˈfjuːz | US: dɪˈfjuːs
v. to spread or scatter widely
adj. spread out over a large area; not concentrated
diffuse = dif<apart> + fuse<pour>
- dif (variant of "dis-," meaning apart or away)
- fuse (from Latin fundere, meaning to pour)
Etymology Origin:
The word "diffuse" originates from Latin diffusus, the past participle of diffundere ("to pour out or spread"). The prefix dif- (a form of dis-) implies separation, while fuse relates to pouring or spreading. Over time, the term evolved to describe things (like light, gas, or ideas) that are spread out rather than concentrated.
The scent of lavender diffused throughout the room.
His writing style is often diffuse and hard to follow.
Sunlight diffused through the clouds, creating a soft glow.
The gas will diffuse evenly in the container if left undisturbed.
She tried to diffuse the tension with a lighthearted joke.