liquefy (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈlɪkwɪfaɪ/

Definition

To turn or be turned into a liquid.

Examples

• The sun's rays began to liquefy the snow on the mountaintops.

• When heated, many solids will liquefy.

• The process can liquefy even the toughest materials.

How to Use liquefy

liquefy into (prepositional phrase)

To change into a specific liquid form. — "The butter will liquefy into a clear oil when heated."

liquefy something (collocation)

To cause a substance to become liquid. — "The high temperatures can liquefy the plastic."

Synonyms of liquefy

Words with a similar meaning to liquefy:

• melt
• dissolve
• fuse
• liquefy

Antonyms of liquefy

Words with the opposite meaning to liquefy:

• solidify
• freeze

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