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Sublimate

Definition:

As a verb, sublimate refers to the process of transforming directly from a solid to a gas without becoming a liquid in between. As a noun, it can refer to a substance that has undergone this process. In psychology, sublimate is used to describe diverting or redirecting one's instinctual desires into more socially acceptable channels.

Examples:

Verb:

1. The dry ice sublimates when exposed to room temperature.
2. During winter, the snow sublimates into vapor in extremely cold conditions.
3. When heated, mothballs sublimate, resulting in a distinct odor.

Noun:

1. We observed the sublimate of iodine forming beautiful purple crystals.
2. Dry ice is a sublimate of carbon dioxide.
3. The dark deposits in the lunar craters are believed to be sublimates of volatile substances.

Psychology (Verb):

1. She learned to sublimate her aggressive tendencies into competitive sports.
2. The artist was able to sublimate his inner turmoil into breathtaking paintings.
3. Instead of expressing his anger directly, he sublimated it into writing poetry.

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