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dilute vs dissolve vs melt
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| diluteverb/daɪˈluːt/ | Meaning to make a liquid weaker by adding water, or to make something less strong or effective | Goes with dilute with water | Example Issuing new shares may dilute the value of existing shares. |
| dissolveverb/dɪˈzɑːlv/ | Meaning (of a solid) to mix into a liquid and become part of it; to make this happen | Goes with dissolve in water | Example Stir the coffee until the sugar has completely dissolved. |
| meltverb/melt/ | Meaning to change from a solid into a liquid because of heat, or to make something do this | Goes with melt away | Example Melt the butter in a small pan before you add the flour. |
Which word fits?
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