sublimation

IPA: sʌbɫˈaɪmˈeɪʃʌn

(chemistry) The transition of a substance from the solid phase directly to the vapor state such that it does not pass through the intermediate liquid phase.
(psychology) The transformation of an impulse into something socially constructive.
Elevation; exaltation; a making sublime.

Examples of "sublimation" in Sentences

The process of sublimation involves a solid turning directly into a gas without passing through the liquid phase
In psychology, sublimation is seen as a defense mechanism where unacceptable impulses are converted into more socially acceptable forms of behavior
The sublimation of dry ice is a common example of this phenomenon, where the solid carbon dioxide transforms into a gas when exposed to heat
Sublimation is also used in the field of chemistry to purify substances by converting them from a solid to a gas and then back to a solid form
Artists sometimes use sublimation techniques to transfer images onto fabrics by heating a special ink that turns into a gas and bonds with the material