melt

/mˈɛlt/

/ˈmɛɫt/

to melt

MAIN VERB

(of something in solid form) to turn into liquid form by being subjected to heat

synonyms : dethaw

to cause something that is in solid form to turn into liquid form by use of heat

synonyms : melt down

become more relaxed, easygoing, or genial

synonyms : mellow

lose its distinct outline or shape; blend gradually

synonyms : meld

become less clearly visible or distinguishable; disappear gradually or seemingly

synonyms : fade

become less intense and fade away gradually

synonyms : disappear

Melt

the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid

synonyms : melting

Examples

1. The baby's innocent smile melted our hearts.

2. The pie crust just melts in your mouth.

3. The soft marshmallows melted easily in the hot chocolate.

4. The sunny weather melted the snow, revealing patches of green grass.