Molten vs. Melted
Molten
Definition
Molten refers to a substance that has been melted into a liquid state, usually due to high heat.
Melted
Definition
Melted is the past tense of melt, meaning to have changed from a solid to a liquid state due to heat.
Example
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The molten lava flowed down the side of the volcano.
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The blacksmith poured the molten metal into the mold.
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After the fire, the molten glass cooled into beautiful sculptures.
Example
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The ice cream had melted by the time we got outside.
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She melted the chocolate for the fondue.
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The snow has melted away, revealing the grass beneath.