Sublimate

C1 16+

Synonyms of sublimate

Antonyms of sublimate

Collocations of sublimate

emotions
Frequency: 70 %

She learned to sublimate her negative emotions into creative projects.

desires
Frequency: 60 %

He tried to sublimate his material desires into spiritual pursuits.

drives
Frequency: 50 %

She found a way to sublimate her competitive drives into charitable activities.

urges
Frequency: 45 %

Through meditation, she was able to sublimate her destructive urges.

instincts
Frequency: 40 %

The artist used his work to sublimate his primal instincts.

Idiomatic Expressions for sublimate

  • Phrase: sublimate one's emotions
    Meaning: to redirect or transform one's intense emotions into constructive or creative activities
    Usage: She sublimated her grief through painting and writing.