Melting

7 lettersnouncommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

The process by which a solid substance is converted into a liquid through the application of heat.

“The melting of the Arctic sea ice is accelerating at a rate that alarmed climate scientists.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈmɛltɪŋ/

Related Words

Synonyms

thaw meltthawingliquescent

Antonyms

freezingsolidificationcrystallisation

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Ends in -LTING, a strong consonant cluster, the MEL- start and -ING end are both high-frequency patterns

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Scrabble

Solid moderate-scoring word with no premium tiles, the -ING suffix is one of the most board-friendly endings

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