solidification
solidification — noun
1. the transformation of a fluid into a solid, firm mass — for instance, when water
the transformation of a fluid into a solid, firm mass — for instance, when water turns to ice or molten wax cools into a candle
The solidification of lava into basalt took only a few hours.
solidification of [substance] into [result]
Iker watched the slow solidification of the candle wax on the table.
Adding the powder caused rapid solidification of the liquid mixture.
The solidification point of coconut oil is around twenty-four degrees.
After hours in the freezer, solidification of the dessert was complete.
- hardening
focuses on gaining rigidity rather than the full phase change
- freezing
specifically involves cold temperatures; solidification can happen by other means
- crystallization
a specific type of solidification where atoms form a regular pattern
- setting
used for glues, concrete, jelly — substances that firm up through a chemical reaction or cooling
- melting
the reverse process: solid turning to liquid
- liquefaction
becoming liquid, especially of soil or gas
用法筆記
Used chiefly for physical and chemical processes; subject is typically a liquid, gas, or molten substance.
常見錯誤
2. the shift from being uncertain or changeable to being firm, clear, and settled —
the shift from being uncertain or changeable to being firm, clear, and settled — for example, when a rough idea becomes a firm plan, or a temporary arrangement turns into a lasting rule
The solidification of their wedding plans came after weeks of family talks.
solidification of [plans/ideas/arrangements]
Constanza noticed a gradual solidification of the firm's remote-work policy.
Winning the award led to the solidification of Ritu's standing as a painter.
The treaty marked the solidification of peace between the two regions.
Years of practice brought about the solidification of his unique cooking style.
- consolidation
emphasises bringing separate parts together into a unified whole
- crystallization
metaphor from chemistry; suggests clarity emerging from a previously confused state
- establishment
stresses the formal or institutional fixing of something
- cementing
focuses on strengthening bonds or making relationships firmer
- destabilization
making something less fixed or secure
- disruption
breaking up an established order or arrangement
用法筆記
Figurative extension of sense 1. Object is typically an abstract thing: a plan, policy, reputation, relationship, or idea. Distinguish from sense 1, which applies to physical substances only.