Synonyms for Melt (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid):
thaw, melting, thawing
WordNet sense 2 (reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating):
run
WordNet sense 3 (lose its distinct outline or shape; blend gradually):
meld
WordNet sense 4 (become or cause to become soft or liquid):
dissolve, unfreeze, dethaw, unthaw
WordNet sense 5 (become more relaxed, easygoing, or genial):
mellow, mellow out
WordNet sense 6 (become less clearly visible or distinguishable; disappear gradually or seemingly):
fade
WordNet sense 7 (become less intense and fade away gradually):
disappear
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