crystallise

/krɪˈstælˌaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to form or become crystals

“The solution will crystallise overnight.”

2. verb

to become clear and distinct in thought or expression

“Her ideas crystallised as she began writing.”

3. noun

the process of forming crystals

“The crystallisation of the substance took several days.”

4. noun

a clear and distinct expression of an idea

“The crystallisation of her thoughts was evident in her speech.”

Synonyms

  • crystallize
  • precipitate

Antonyms

  • amorphous
  • disorderly