evaporate
/ɪˈvæpəɹeɪt/
B1 · Intermediate★★★☆☆
Simple Meaning
when a liquid turns into a gas, like water disappearing into the air when it gets hot.
When to Use
💬Daily Conversation📚Academic Writing
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“The water in the pot will evaporate if you leave it on the stove.”
“After the rain, the puddles evaporated quickly in the sun.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
To transition from a liquid state into a gaseous state
Related Words
Antonyms:
condenseappear
Word Family:
evaporationevaporatedevaporating