neutralization

noun

neu·​tral·​i·​za·​tion ˌnü-trə-lə-ˈzā-shən 

ˌnyü-

1

: an act or process of neutralizing

2

: the quality or state of being neutralized

Examples of neutralization in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

By integrating detection, deception, and neutralization into a single ecosystem—and leveraging the power of autonomy—Ultra Maritime is redefining how naval forces defend themselves beneath the waves. —Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 22 Apr. 2026

The team admits that in a future closed-loop device, this would require a neutralization step—a reaction that eliminates the acidity after the heat is released. —Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 16 Feb. 2026

Soko has developed specific products for this problem, including SuperCast, which completes the neutralization of the oxidizing agents, removes the residues and eliminates yellowing. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 Jan. 2026

The state controlled all aspects of people’s public and private lives leading to the near complete neutralization of the individual. —Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 9 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1796, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for neutralization

• abbreviation
• abomination
• acceleration
• accentuation
• accommodation
• accreditation
• acculturation
• accumulation
• acetylation
• adjudication
• administration
• adulteration

Medical Definition

neutralization

noun

neu·​tral·​iza·​tion

variants also British neutralisation

ˌn(y)ü-trə-lə-ˈzā-shən 

1

: an act or process of neutralizing

2

: the quality or state of being neutralized