Lugutusõetud

Lugutusõetud is an Estonian term that translates roughly to "diluted" or "watered down" when referring to something that has lost its original potency or strength. It is often used in a figurative sense to describe a situation, idea, or even a person whose impact or essence has been diminished. For example, a political proposal might be described as lugutusõetud if it has undergone so many compromises that its original goals are no longer recognizable. Similarly, a strong opinion could become lugutusõetud if it is expressed in a hesitant or ambiguous manner.

The concept implies a loss of intensity or focus. It can suggest that something has been weakened through overexposure, excessive modification, or a lack of decisive action. The term carries a somewhat negative connotation, implying a deficiency rather than a positive transformation. While "diluted" in English can sometimes refer to something intentionally made less strong, lugutusõetud often suggests an unintentional or undesirable weakening. It is a useful descriptor in Estonian for expressing a nuanced critique of a loss of original power or clarity.