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Meaning of neutralizes
The primary meaning of the word "neutralizes" is to make something ineffective or to counteract its effect.
Etymology of neutralizes
The word "neutralizes" comes from the Latin words "neutralis," meaning "of or belonging to neither side," and the suffix "-ize," which forms a verb
The word has been in use since the 17th century, initially in the context of chemistry and later expanding to other fields
Synonyms
counteracts
offsets
balances
stabilizes
equalizes
moderates
mitigates
alleviates
rectifies
nullifies
invalidates
cancels
abolishes
annihilates
eradicates
eliminates
extinguishes
quenches
smoothes
calms
soothes
pacifies
placates
appeases
reconciles
harmonizes
synchronizes
coordinates
regulates
adjusts
tunes
counterbalances
compensates
counterpoises
neutralizes
stabilizes
steadies
calibrates
fine-tunes
Definitions
- To make something ineffective or to counteract its effect
- * To remove or counteract the acidity or alkalinity of a substance
- * To make a threat or a problem no longer effective or dangerous
Usage Examples
- The acid in the soil was neutralized by the addition of lime
- * The new policy aims to neutralize the threat of climate change
- * The medicine helps to neutralize the pain and inflammation
Antonyms
intensifies
exacerbates
aggravates
worsens
increases
enhances
amplifies
magnifies
strengthens
escalates
heightens
augments
boosts
elevates
raises
enlarges
expands
prolongs
extends
intensifies
concentrates
focuses
stimulates
energizes
activates
revitalizes
renews
restores