Evanesce

/ˌɛvəˈnɛs/ verb

Definition

To disappear gradually or fade away, especially of something that becomes less visible or perceptible.

Etymology

From Latin 'evanescere' (e- out + vanescere to vanish, from vanus empty). The word entered English in the 18th century to describe gradual disappearance.

Kelly Says

Fog evanesces as temperature rises—the water molecules don't disappear, they just change form into invisible water vapor, which is why 'evanesce' captures something more poetic than mere vanishing.

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