Definition

To become liquid or soft, especially by absorbing moisture from the air or as a result of maturing.

Example

The salt began to deliquesce when exposed to the humid air.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever seen how some mushrooms deliquesce when they mature?

Yeah, it's fascinating how they can change like that!

I read that they actually become liquid by absorbing moisture from the air.

That makes sense! Nature really has some amazing processes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Deliquesce → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "liquescere" (meaning to melt or dissolve). The word describes the process of a substance melting away or dissolving, particularly in the presence of moisture.

Memory Tip

Imagine a solid that 'melts away' ('liquescere') when moisture is present, which helps you remember that deliquesce means to dissolve or melt.

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