DIFFUSIONS Synonyms: 39 Similar and Opposite Words

diffusion

noun

di-ˈfyü-zhən

Definition of diffusion

as in diffuseness

the use of too many words to express an idea the author's tendency toward diffusion makes the novel a tedious read

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Recent Examples of diffusion Most video diffusion models generate many frames simultaneously, denoising the sequence in one go. — ArsTechnica, 13 July 2026 Other people emphasize the rules and regulations slowing down diffusion and stymieing change. — Annie Lowrey, The Atlantic, 29 June 2026 To accelerate this diffusion, collaboration between government, business, civil society, and academia will be vital to share risks, smooth the path to market, and ensure that technological breakthroughs have a positive impact on societies. — Alois Zwinggi, Time, 24 June 2026 Rapid volumetric heating accelerates dye diffusion and allows for deeper penetration of the prickly pear peel pigment molecules (betalain) into the wool fiber interior swollen by the heat. — Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for diffusion

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The countless repetitions give you the most beautiful art form where swans glide, fairies dance and every year a giant nutcracker appears.

— Chrissie Leong, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026
Standards call for consistency, repetition and competitive stamina when the thrill of the anticipation fades.

— Alec Lewis, New York Times, 30 July 2026

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