disperse vs soak up

disperse

verb
  • To disseminate. 

  • To break up and disappear; to dissipate. 

  • To scatter in different directions. 

  • To separate rays of light, etc., according to wavelength; to refract. 

  • To distribute throughout. 

adj
  • Scattered or spread out. 

soak up

verb
  • To absorb or deflect a series of actions; to endure a behavior from someone. 

  • To enjoy some effects. 

  • To absorb or draw in a substance, especially all of that substance 

  • To learn, especially passively or eagerly; to allow an experience to affect oneself 

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