uncrystallized
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //ʌnˈkrɪstəlaɪzd//
KK: /ʌnˈkrɪstəlaɪzd/
adjective
Definition
Not in a solid crystal form; lacking a defined crystal structure.
Example
The substance remained uncrystallized after the cooling process.
Conversation
Have you seen the new sculpture in the park?
Yeah, I did! It's amazing how they used uncrystallized materials.
I know, right? It's such a unique approach to art.
Definitely! It gives the piece a really organic feel.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
amorphous
unformed
liquid
Antonyms
crystallized
solidified
formed
verb
Definition
To not have formed into a clear or definite structure or pattern.
Example
The solution remained uncrystallized after several hours.
Tense Forms
Past: uncrystallized
Past Participle: uncrystallized
Conversation
Did you see the soup I made?
Yeah, it looks a bit odd, almost uncrystallized.
I think I might have overcooked it a little.
Root Explanation
Uncrystallized → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "crystallized" (from Greek "kristallos", meaning ice or frozen). The word "uncrystallized" means not having taken on a crystalline form or structure.
Memory Tip
Think of something that is 'not' ('un-') in a 'frozen' or 'ice' ('kristallos') state — that's why uncrystallized means it hasn't formed crystals.
Visually Confused Words
crystallized
noncrystallized
crystallize
crystallizer
recrystallize
eucrystalline
unroyalized
intercrystallize