Evaporate — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /i-ˈva-p(ə-)ˌrāt/ evap·o·rate

Meaning & Definition of Evaporate

Evaporate (verb)

  1. to convert into vapor; also, to dissipate or draw off in vapor or fumes
  2. to deposit (a substance, such as a metal) in the form of a film by sublimation
  3. to expel moisture from

Evaporate (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to cease to be visible

    "by mid-morning the fog that had enshrouded the island had just evaporated"

    similar: dematerialize, disappear, dissolve, evanesce, fade, flee, fly, melt, sink, vanish, drop out of sight
    related: blank (out), clear, die (away or down or out), disperse, dissipate, dry up, blur, dim
    opposite: appear, materialize
    near: arrive, break out, come out, emerge, issue, loom, show up

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Evaporate

The most common words with a similar meaning to Evaporate:

dematerialize, disappear, dissolve, evanesce, fade, flee, fly, melt, sink, vanish, drop out of sight

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Evaporate

Words with the opposite meaning of Evaporate:

appear, materialize

Related Words for Evaporate

blank (out), clear, die (away or down or out), disperse, dissipate, dry up, blur, dim

Near Antonyms of Evaporate

arrive, break out, come out, emerge, issue, loom, show up

Word Forms of Evaporate

Inflections: evaporated, evaporating

Derived words: evaporative (adjective), evaporator (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Evaporate

Middle English, from Latin evaporatus, past participle of evaporare, from e- + vapor steam, vapor

First known use: 15th centuryt

Frequently Asked Questions about Evaporate

What does "Evaporate" mean?

"Evaporate" means to convert into vapor; also, to dissipate or draw off in vapor or fumes. As a verb, it is defined as: to convert into vapor; also, to dissipate or draw off in vapor or fumes.

What is another word for "Evaporate"?

Other words for "Evaporate" include dematerialize, disappear, dissolve, evanesce, fade, flee, fly and melt. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Evaporate" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Evaporate"?

There are 19 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Evaporate". Common alternatives include dematerialize, disappear, dissolve, evanesce, fade, flee, fly, melt, sink and vanish.

What is the opposite of "Evaporate"?

Antonyms of "Evaporate" include appear and materialize. Near antonyms include arrive, break out, come out and emerge.

How do you use "Evaporate" in a sentence?

Examples of "Evaporate" in a sentence: "by mid-morning the fog that had enshrouded the island had just evaporated".

Is "Evaporate" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Evaporate" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Evaporate"?

"Evaporate" is pronounced /i-ˈva-p(ə-)ˌrāt/ and divided into syllables as evap·o·rate.

What is the origin of the word "Evaporate"?

"Evaporate" comes from Middle English, from Latin evaporatus, past participle of evaporare, from e- + vapor steam, vapor. First known use: 15th centuryt.