Synonyms for dissipate

Verb

1. disperse, dissipate, dispel, break up, scatter, separate, divide

usage: to cause to separate and go in different directions; "She waved her hand and scattered the crowds"

2. disperse, dissipate, scatter, spread out, separate, part, split

usage: move away from each other; "The crowds dispersed"; "The children scattered in all directions when the teacher approached";

3. fritter, frivol away, dissipate, shoot, fritter away, fool, fool away, consume, squander, waste, ware

usage: spend frivolously and unwisely; "Fritter away one's inheritance"

4. dissipate, live

usage: live a life or pleasure, especially with respect to alcoholic consumption