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US/dɪˈzɑːlv/
UK/dɪˈzɒlv/
(of a solid) to mix into a liquid and become part of it; to make this happen
In context
Stir the coffee until the sugar has completely dissolved.
Salt dissolves faster in hot water than in cold water.
Dissolve one tablet in a glass of water and drink it after meals.
Words that go with dissolve
verb + preposition
- dissolve in waterMost salts dissolve in water, but oil does not.
adverb + verb
- completely dissolvedWait until the powder has completely dissolved before you drink it.
verb + adverb
- dissolve easilyThese capsules dissolve easily, so take them with plenty of water.
- dissolve slowlyThe tablet dissolves slowly and releases the medicine over several hours.
verb + noun
- dissolve sugarYou need hot water to dissolve sugar quickly.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The ice dissolved in the sun.Correct: The ice melted in the sun.