viscolize

/vɪskəlaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become viscous or thickened, often in reference to a liquid.

“The sauce began to viscolize as it cooled, making it difficult to stir.”

2. verb

to make something seem or appear more complex or difficult.

“The artist tried to viscolize the plot of her novel to make it more intriguing.”

Synonyms

  • coagulate
  • gelatinize
  • thicken

Antonyms

  • dilute
  • thinning