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Sublimates Meaning in English

word · lemma: sublimate

ˈsʌblɪˌmeɪts
SUH-bluh-mayts
sˈʌblɪmˌeɪt
SUH-blim-ayt

释义

To change from a solid directly into a gas without becoming a liquid first. In psychology, it also means to channel strong emotions or desires into acceptable actions.

用法与细微差别

Formal and scientific term in chemistry and psychology. In daily life, used more in scientific contexts. In psychology, 'sublimates' refers specifically to transforming instinctual impulses into socially acceptable behaviors.

例句

Dry ice sublimates at room temperature.

basic

Camphor slowly sublimates when left out.

basic

The substance sublimates under low pressure.

basic

When he feels angry, he sublimates his energy into painting.

natural

Snow sometimes sublimates before it can melt.

natural

She sublimates her frustration into writing poetry.

natural