Dispersively

/dɪˈspɜːrsɪvli/ adverb

Definition

In a dispersive manner; in a way that scatters, spreads, or separates.

Etymology

From dispersive + -ly (adverbial suffix). Converts the adjective to an adverb describing how an action occurs.

Kelly Says

Materials that act dispersively—like prisms or fiber optic cables—are essential to modern technology because controlling how light spreads lets engineers manipulate information at the speed of light.

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