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crystalise

/ˈkrɪs.təl.aɪz/

Tradução: Verbo que significa dar forma definida a algo ou tornar algo claro e estável; é usado tanto no sentido químico (formar cristais) quanto no figurado (definir-se, consolidar-se, tornar-se claro).

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verb

/ˈkrɪs.təl.aɪz/C1formalbritishscientific
  • ptVerbo que significa dar forma definida a algo ou tornar algo claro e estável; é usado tanto no sentido químico (formar cristais) quanto no figurado (definir-se, consolidar-se, tornar-se claro).

A verb meaning to cause something to take a definite form or to become clear and fixed, often used in chemistry or figurative contexts.

  1. Make clear or free from confusionB2formal

    To make something free from confusion or ambiguity; to clarify.

    ptEsclarecer

    • The discussion helped to crystalise her thoughts on the matter.
    • He tried to crystalise the main points of the argument.
    • The new evidence crystalised the situation for the investigators.

    Sinônimosclarifyclear upelucidateexplainilluminatesimplify

    Antônimosbefuddlebewilderconfusemuddleobscure

  2. B2formalscientific

    To cause a substance to form crystals or assume a crystalline form.

    ptCristalizar

    • The chemist crystalised the salt by cooling the solution.
    • Honey can crystalise over time if stored properly.
    • The process crystalises the sugar into fine granules.
  3. Become crystallineB2formalscientific

    To assume a crystalline form; to become crystallized.

    ptCristalizar-se

    • The mineral crystalised in the rock over millions of years.
    • As the liquid cooled, it began to crystalise.
    • The compound crystalises at low temperatures.
  4. Take a definite shapeB2formal

    To cause something to take on a definite and clear shape or form.

    ptTomar forma definida

    • Her vague plans began to crystalise into a concrete proposal.
    • The artist's vision crystalised into a beautiful sculpture.
    • The idea crystalised in his mind after weeks of reflection.

    Sinônimoscoalesceformmaterializesolidifytake shape

    Antônimosblurconfusedisintegratedissolveobscure

Formas
  • crystalised past participle
  • crystalised past simple
  • crystalising present participle
  • crystalises third person singular