Dispersive

Pronunciation: /dɪˈspɜːrsɪv/

Dispersive (adj)

  1. Describing something that spreads out and becomes less concentrated over a wider area.
  2. Describing a material or effect that makes different parts of a wave move at different speeds.
  3. Describing a process where particles or energy spread out instead of staying in one place.

Dispersive (adjective)

Examples

  • The smoke is dispersive, so it spreads out quickly.
  • Wind makes the dust dispersive, and it covers a wider area.