unfreeze

/ˌʌnˈfriz/; /ˌʌnˈfrɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become free from frost or ice; to make or become free from a frozen or rigid state

“The gardener had to unfreeze the pipes after the cold snap.”

2. verb

to release or become free from a state of inactivity or stagnation

“The company will try to unfreeze the project and get it back on track.”

3. verb

to cancel or reverse a decision or action

“The new policy will unfreeze the previously frozen assets.”

4. verb

to make or become free from a state of being locked or inaccessible

“The password reset will unfreeze your account.”

5. verb

to make or become free from a state of being stuck or jammed

“The mechanic was able to unfreeze the jammed gearshift.”

6. verb

to make or become free from a state of being congealed or solidified

“The heat will unfreeze the butter and make it spreadable again.”

7. verb

to make or become free from a state of being inactive or dormant

“The company will try to unfreeze the project and get it back on track.”

8. verb

to make or become free from a state of being blocked or obstructed

“The new policy will unfreeze the previously frozen assets.”

9. noun

the process of making or becoming free from frost or ice

“The gardener was concerned about the unfreeze of the pipes.”

10. noun

the process of making or becoming free from a frozen or rigid state

“The company is going through an unfreeze of its business operations.”

Synonyms

  • defrost
  • liquefy
  • melt
  • thaw

Antonyms

  • congeal
  • crystallize
  • freeze
  • solidify