dissolve

B1
Pronunciation
/dɪˈzɒlv/
/dɪˈzɑlv/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

A form of film punctuation in which there is a gradual transition from one scene to the next

Synonyms
fade out
Verb
13 definition(s)
1 Definition

To terminate a union of multiple members actively, as by disbanding.

Antonyms
establish found
Example Sentences
  • The ruling party or coalition sometimes dissolves parliament early when the polls are favorable, hoping to reconvene with a larger majority.
2 Definition

To destroy, make disappear.

3 Definition

To liquify, melt into a fluid.

Synonyms
formelt melt
4 Definition

To be melted, changed into a fluid.

5 Definition

To disintegrate chemically into a solution by immersion into a liquid or gas.

6 Definition

To be disintegrated by such immersion.

7 Definition

To disperse, drive apart a group of persons.

8 Definition

To break the continuity of; to disconnect; to loosen; to undo; to separate.

9 Definition

To annul; to rescind; to discharge or release.

Example Sentences
  • to dissolve an injunction
10 Definition

To shift from one shot to another by having the former fade out as the latter fades in.

Synonyms
fade out
11 Definition

To resolve itself as by dissolution.

12 Definition

To solve; to clear up; to resolve.

13 Definition

To relax by pleasure; to make powerless.