DILATION Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

dilation

noun

Definition of dilation

as in dispersion

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Recent Examples of dilation There's a little 'Interstellar' in there with time dilation and Matthew McConaughey, of course. — Jeff Spry, Space.com, 12 Dec. 2025 Scientists discovered that the transformation is caused by subtle pressure changes inside the eye from long-term pupil dilation, which rearranges the spacing of collagen fibers. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2025 Physical changes which happen during menopause that have to do with dilation or constriction of the blood vessels and impact body temperature are known as vasomotor symptoms. — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 17 Oct. 2025 SoberRide uses a combination of cameras, sensors, and machine-learning algorithms to detect signs of alcohol impairment in the driver—such as pupil dilation, bloodshot eyes, and the presence of ethanol used in alcoholic beverages—before allowing a vehicle to be put into drive. — IEEE Spectrum, 22 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dilation

Recent Examples of Synonyms for dilation

Noun

Geographic dispersion might seem inefficient to a company that only considers its typical operating costs.

— Todd J. Stein, Fortune, 7 Oct. 2026
The initiative will bring together computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations with digital twins to rapidly model ammonia dispersion following a leak.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of dispersion

Noun

Researchers are working to reduce unwanted light scattering, which can affect measurement stability.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026
Americans and a scattering of Europeans in search of the fabled Dolce Vita of this coast, and the trend of Asian and Middle East guests who are fans of the brand.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026