Word: Evaporate

Pronunciation

/ɪˈvæpəreɪt/

Definitions

• Verb: (1) To change from a liquid into a vapor or gas and disappear, typically through heating or exposure to air. For example: “The water in the puddle evaporated under the hot sun.”
  • Chemistry Definition: To undergo evaporation; to pass off in vapor, especially by the action of heat.
• (2) Figuratively, to disappear or disintegrate rapidly, often due to being dissipated or absorbed. For example: “His anger evaporated once he heard the explanation.”

Phrases

• “Evaporate into thin air”: To disappear completely without a trace.
• “Let it evaporate”: To allow a liquid to turn into vapor naturally over time.
• “Evaporated milk”: Milk that has undergone a process where about 60% of its water content has been removed, making it more concentrated and shelf-stable.

Example Sentences

• Chemical Process: “The solvent will eventually evaporate if left uncovered.”
• Figurative Usage: “Their hopes of winning evaporated after conceding three goals in quick succession.”

Synonyms

• Disperse
• Dissipate
• Vaporize
• Fade away
• Disappear
• Vanish
• Dwindle
• Wither away