To sublimate is to change the form, but not the essence. Physically speaking, a solid is said to sublimate when it transforms into a gas without first becoming liquid— a prime example being frozen carbon …

SUBLIMATE definition: to divert the energy of (a sexual or other biological impulse) from its immediate goal to one of a more acceptable social, moral, or aesthetic nature or use. See examples of …

SUBLIMATE definition: 1. to express strong emotions or use energy by doing an activity, especially an activity that is…. Learn more.

Nov 14, 2020 · Subliminate to divert the expression of (an instinctual desire or impulse) from its unacceptable form to one that is considered more socially or culturally acceptable.

If you sublimate a strong desire or feeling, you express it in a way that is socially acceptable.

Sublimation is caused by the absorption of heat which provides enough energy for some molecules to overcome the attractive forces of their neighbors and escape into the vapor phase. Since the process …

1. Chemistry To cause (a solid or gas) to sublimate. 2. a. To modify the natural expression of (a primitive, instinctual impulse) in a socially acceptable manner. b. To divert the energy associated with …

6 days ago · (chiefly passive voice) To change (a substance) from a gas into a solid through sublimation. (figurative) To refine (something) until it disappears or loses all meaning. Foreigners extol the …

When you're at a lecture and you feel restless, you've got to sublimate the desire to move around. That means you force the desire to be more subtle so you can continue listening — even if you don't want to.

Definition of sublimate verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.