neutralize
Translation
neutralise, counteract, offset, nullify
Examples
The army moved to neutralize the threat.
The army moved to neutralise the threat.
Add baking soda to neutralize the acid.
Add baking soda to neutralise the acid.
His calm words neutralized the tense situation.
His calm words neutralised the tense situation.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to stop (sth.) from having an effect Add baking soda to neutralise the acid.
Similar Words
Synonyms: counteract, offset, nullify, negate
Etymology
From 'neutral' + '-ize' (a verb-forming suffix).
Memory Tips
To make something 'neutral' or ineffective.