Meaning of 'melt'

noun

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

Example: "the power failure caused a refrigerator melt that was a disaster"

Synonyms: melting

verb

become less intense and fade away gradually

Example: "The partners' resistance melted when they saw the financial advantage."

Synonyms: disappear evaporate

verb

become less clearly visible or distinguishable

Synonyms: fade

verb

become more relaxed, easygoing, or genial

Synonyms: mellow

verb

become or cause to become soft or liquid

Example: "The sun melted the ice"

Synonyms: dissolve

verb

lose its distinct outline or shape

Synonyms: meld

verb

reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating

Example: "melt butter"

Synonyms: run