diffusive vs outward

diffusive

adj
  • That diffuses something; disseminating. 

  • That is spread or dispersed across a wide area or among a large number of people. 

  • Involving or employing many words; expansive, discursive; (in negative sense) long-winded. 

  • Pertaining to diffusion. 

outward

adj
  • visible, noticeable 

  • outer; located towards the outside 

  • Tending to the exterior or outside. 

noun
  • A ward in a detached building connected with a hospital. 

adv
  • Towards the outside; away from the centre. 

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