Neutralize

Pronunciation: /ˈnjuːtrəˌlaɪz/

Definitions of neutralize

verb to render ineffective or neutral; counteract

Example Sentences

A1 She used baking soda to neutralize the acidity of the tomato sauce.

A2 The firefighters were able to neutralize the fire before it spread to other buildings.

B1 The diplomat's main goal was to neutralize the threat of war between the two countries.

B2 The antivirus software was able to neutralize the malware before it caused any damage to the computer system.

C1 The peace talks aimed to neutralize the tensions between the two warring factions.

C2 The scientist developed a new formula to neutralize the toxic chemicals in the water supply.

Examples of neutralize in a Sentence

formal The scientist was able to neutralize the acidic solution by adding a base.

informal I heard that they were able to neutralize the rumors by providing evidence.

slang We need to find a way to neutralize the haters and their negative comments.

figurative The superhero used his powers to neutralize the threat and save the city.

Grammatical Forms of neutralize

• past tense: neutralized
• plural: neutralizes
• comparative: more neutralized
• superlative: most neutralized
• present tense: neutralize
• future tense: will neutralize
• perfect tense: has neutralized
• continuous tense: is neutralizing
• singular: neutralize
• positive degree: neutral
• infinitive: to neutralize
• gerund: neutralizing
• participle: neutralized

Origin and Evolution of neutralize

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'neutralize' originated from the Latin word 'neutralis', which means 'neither one thing nor the other'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a scientific context to indicate the process of rendering something neutral or inactive, the word 'neutralize' has evolved to also mean to counteract or nullify the effect of something.