breaking up and scattering by dispersion; the dissipation of the mist'

dissolute indulgence in sensual pleasure

[ Syn: profligacy , dissolution , licentiousness , looseness ]

useless or profitless activity; using or expending or consuming thoughtlessly or carelessly; if the effort brings no compensating gain it is a waste; mindless dissipation of natural resources

[ Syn: waste , wastefulness ]