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dissolution

1 of 1noun
/dɪsəˈluʃən/
Forms:dissolutions
1

the act or process of separating a whole into its individual components or elements

  • The scientist studied the dissolution of compounds under heat.
  • The dissolution of the alliance created several independent groups.
  • Political unrest led to the gradual dissolution of the empire.
  • Social media contributes to the dissolution of traditional community structures.
  • The dissolution of old boundaries created new cultural identities.
Synonyms:
disintegration
2

the formal ending of a business agreement, marriage, parliament, organization, etc.

  • The dissolution of their partnership marked the end of a ten-year business relationship.
  • After years of conflict, the dissolution of their marriage was finalized in court.
  • The prime minister called for the dissolution of parliament, triggering a new election.
  • The board of directors voted for the dissolution of the committee, citing its lack of productivity.
  • The group’s sudden dissolution left its members searching for new projects to support.
Synonyms:
breakup
3

the act of formally closing or dismissing a meeting, session, or gathering

  • The chairman declared the dissolution of the annual board meeting.
  • After the final vote, the dissolution of the conference was announced.
  • The dissolution of the committee session occurred earlier than expected.
  • He left before the dissolution of the shareholders' assembly.
  • The dissolution of the council meeting marked the end of the debate.
Synonyms:
adjournment
4

a way of living marked by overindulgence in physical pleasures, often leading to moral decline

  • His years of dissolution left him lonely and in poor health.
  • The novel portrays the slow dissolution of a wealthy but aimless man.
  • Their marriage ended in dissolution fueled by infidelity and excess.
  • She warned her son against a life of idleness and dissolution.
  • The era became known for its political corruption and social dissolution.
Synonyms:
loosenessdissipationprofligacylicentiousness
5

the process by which a solid, gas, or other substance mixes evenly into a liquid to form a solution

  • The dissolution of sugar in water happens quickly when stirred.
  • Scientists measured the dissolution rate of salt under pressure.
  • Carbon dioxide dissolution in the ocean affects marine ecosystems.
  • The experiment tracked the dissolution of metal in acid.
  • The tablet's quick dissolution makes it easier to swallow.
Synonyms:
dissolving