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congeal
[kuhn-jeel]
verb (used with or without object)
to change from a soft or fluid state to a rigid or solid state, as by cooling or freezing.
The fat congealed on the top of the soup.
to curdle; coagulate, as a fluid.
to make or become fixed, as ideas, sentiments, or principles.
Some philosophic systems lost their vitality and congealed.
congeal
/ kənˈdʒiːl /
verb
to change or cause to change from a soft or fluid state to a firm or solid state
to form or cause to form into a coagulated mass; curdle; jell
(intr) (of ideas) to take shape or become fixed in form
Other Word Forms
- congealable adjective
- congealability noun
- congealableness noun
- congealedness noun
- congealer noun
- congealment noun
- half-congealed adjective
- noncongealing adjective
- uncongeal verb (used without object)
- uncongealable adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of congeal1
Example Sentences
Plastic wipes don't disintegrate when flushed down the toilet, so when oil and fat congeal on them, so-called fatbergs form in sewers, which water companies say cost them £200m a year to clear.
The mutant baby monster is the manifestation of that fear, in the same way Lilly’s visitation is the congealed manifestation of her torment.
Yet, Pitt can’t resist quirking up the character in ways that don’t totally congeal.
The paint congeals and my spray paint spits out; it doesn't flow smoothly because it's frozen.
Her white hospital bib, tucked into the collar of her grey jumper, is splattered with congealed blood.
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