1.Definition: breaking up and scattering by dispersion

"The dissipation of the mist"

Category: General

2.Definition: dissolute indulgence in sensual pleasure

Related Noun(s):dissolution, licentiousness, looseness, profligacy

Category: General

3.Definition: useless or profitless activity; using or expending or consuming thoughtlessly or carelessly

"If the effort brings no compensating gain it is a waste", "Mindless dissipation of natural resources"

Related Noun(s):waste, wastefulness

Category: General