sublimed; subliming
Definition of sublime
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: to cause to pass directly from the solid to the vapor state and condense back to solid form
: to pass directly from the solid to the vapor state
sublime
adjective
sublimer; sublimest
Definition of sublime (Entry 2 of 2)
1a
: lofty, grand, or exalted in thought, expression, or manner
b
: of outstanding spiritual, intellectual, or moral worth
c
: tending to inspire awe usually because of elevated quality (as of beauty, nobility, or grandeur) or transcendent excellence
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