Definitions

1. verb

to change from a liquid to a gas, especially at the surface of the liquid

“The water evaporized quickly under the hot sun.”

2. verb

to disappear or be destroyed quickly, often because of heat or other external factors

“The company’s profits evaporized due to rising competition.”

3. verb

to become less intense or effective, often because of external factors

“Her enthusiasm evaporized as the project’s difficulties became apparent.”

4. noun

the act or process of evaporating

“The process of evaporation is essential for the water cycle.”