crystallize (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈkrɪs.tə.laɪz/

Definition

To form or cause to form into crystals, or to become clear and definite.

Examples

• The sugar began to crystallize as the syrup cooled.

• His ideas for the project finally started to crystallize.

• The scientist observed how the minerals would crystallize under pressure.

How to Use crystallize

crystallize out (phrasal verb)

To form crystals from a liquid or gas. — "The excess salt will crystallize out of the soup."

crystallize into (prepositional phrase)

To develop or form into a specific shape or idea. — "The scattered ideas began to crystallize into a coherent theory."

Synonyms of crystallize

Words with a similar meaning to crystallize:

• solidify
• coagulate
• harden
• form

Antonyms of crystallize

Words with the opposite meaning to crystallize:

• liquefy
• dissolve

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