acidification
Translation
acidification
Examples
Ocean acidification is a major environmental concern.
Ocean acidification is a major environmental concern.
The acidification of the soil affects crop growth.
The acidification of the soil affects crop growth.
Grammar Patterns
acidification of ((sth.)) the process of sth. becoming acid We are studying the acidification of lakes.
Similar Words
Synonyms: souring; Antonyms: neutralization, alkalinization
Etymology
From 'acid' + '-ify' (to make) + '-cation' (a process). Literally, 'the process of making something acid'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: acid-ify-cation. The '-cation' suffix denotes a process or action.