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Definition of Sublimation
1. Noun. (chemistry) a change directly from the solid to the gaseous state without becoming liquid.
Category relationships: Chemical Science, Chemistry
Generic synonyms: Shift, Transformation, Transmutation
Derivative terms: Sublimate
Generic synonyms: Shift, Transformation, Transmutation
Derivative terms: Sublimate
2. Noun. (psychology) modifying the natural expression of an impulse or instinct (especially a sexual one) to one that is socially acceptable.
Category relationships: Psychological Science, Psychology
Generic synonyms: Alteration, Change, Modification
Derivative terms: Sublimate
Generic synonyms: Alteration, Change, Modification
Derivative terms: Sublimate
Definition of Sublimation
1. n. The act or process of subliming, or the state or result of being sublimed.
Definition of Sublimation
1. Noun. The transition of a substance from the solid phase directly to the vapor state such that it does not pass through the intermediate liquid phase. ¹
2. Noun. The transformation of an impulse into something socially constructive. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Sublimation
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