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- [dih-leyt-nt, dahy-]
- /dɪˈleɪt nt, daɪ-/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [dih-leyt-nt, dahy-]
- /dɪˈleɪt nt, daɪ-/
Definitions of dilatant word
- adjective dilatant dilating; expanding. 1
- adjective dilatant Physical Chemistry. exhibiting an increase in volume on being changed in shape, owing to a wider spacing between particles. 1
- adjective dilatant Petrology. (of rock) exhibiting an increase in volume owing to rearrangement and recrystallization of constituent grains. 1
- noun dilatant Tending to dilate, or causing dilation. 1
- adjective dilatant tending to dilate; dilating 0
- adjective dilatant of, concerned with, or exhibiting dilatancy 0
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Origin of dilatant
First appearance:
before 1835 One of the 34% newest English words
1835-45; < Latin dīlātant- (stem of dīlātāns), present participle of dīlātāre to dilate; see -ant
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Parts of speech for Dilatant
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dilatant popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 66% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for dilatant
adj dilatant
- inclusive — including or encompassing the stated limit or extremes in consideration or account (usually used postpositively): from 6 to 37 inclusive.
- far-reaching — extending far in influence, effect, etc.: the far-reaching effect of his speech.
- ample — If there is an ample amount of something, there is enough of it and usually some extra.
- big — A big person or thing is large in physical size.
- great — unusually or comparatively large in size or dimensions: A great fire destroyed nearly half the city.
adjective dilatant
- broad — Something that is broad is wide.
- comprehensive — Something that is comprehensive includes everything that is needed or relevant.
Antonyms for dilatant
adj dilatant
- narrow — of little breadth or width; not broad or wide; not as wide as usual or expected: a narrow path.
- limited — confined within limits; restricted or circumscribed: a limited space; limited resources.
- quiet — making no noise or sound, especially no disturbing sound: quiet neighbors.
- reserved — kept in reserve; forming a reserve: a reserve fund; a reserve supply.
- silent — making no sound; quiet; still: a silent motor.
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