Diffuse

7 lettersverbmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

To spread or scatter outwards in all directions, or to cause something to disperse gradually throughout a space.

“The scent of lavender began to diffuse through the room as soon as the candle was lit.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/dɪˈfjuːz/

Syllables

dif·fuse

Related Words

Synonyms

spreadpermeatepervadepenetrateinterpenetrateimbue riddlecirculate

Antonyms

hard

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Contains double F and ends in -USE, three vowels make this a vowel-rich Wordle candidate

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Scrabble

Double F gives 8 points total for two tiles, the -USE ending hooks well with D to form DIFFUSED

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Shorter words formed from the letters in “diffuse”.

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