ˈsʌblɪmaɪz

Definitions

1. verb

to change or cause to change from a solid directly to a gas, often without going through the liquid phase

“The new technology enables us to sublimize water directly into vapor, increasing efficiency.”

2. verb

to elevate or purify the mind or spirit, often through intense experience or introspection

“Her time in solitude allowed her to sublimize her emotions and find inner peace.”

3. verb

to make or cause to become less intense or extreme

“The therapy helped him to sublimize his anger and develop better coping mechanisms.”