Sublimate

Pronunciation: /ˈsəbˈɫiˈmeɪt/

Sublimate (verb)

  1. to change a solid directly into a gas without becoming liquid first
  2. to use strong emotions or desires for activities that are socially acceptable

Examples

  • The ice will sublimate directly into vapor.
  • Dry ice sublimates at room temperature.

Common collocations: sublimate directly, sublimate into vapor, sublimate anger, sublimate into art, sublimate stress

Synonyms of Sublimate

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Sublimate

  • — when discussing lowering quality or value
  • — when discussing moral or ethical degradation