condensing (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /kənˈdɛnsɪŋ/

Definition

Turning a gas or vapor into a liquid, typically by cooling.

Examples

• The clouds are formed by water vapor condensing.

• We watched the steam condensing on the mirror.

• The process of condensing water vapor is essential for rain.

How to Use condensing

condense into (prepositional phrase)

To turn from a gas or vapor into a liquid, or to make something shorter by removing details, resulting in a specific form. — "The water vapor condensed into tiny droplets on the window."

condense from (prepositional phrase)

To turn from a gas or vapor into a liquid, originating from a specific source. — "Dew condenses from the moisture in the air overnight."

condense on (prepositional phrase)

To turn from a gas or vapor into a liquid, forming on a particular surface. — "The steam condensed on the bathroom mirror."

Synonyms of condensing

Words with a similar meaning to condensing:

• liquefying
• precipitating
• contracting
• shortening

Antonyms of condensing

Words with the opposite meaning to condensing:

• vaporizing
• evaporating

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