Synonyms of neutralize

neutralize

verb

ˈnü-trə-ˌlīz 

1

as in to offset

to balance with an equal force so as to make ineffective

a pro-government rally that is intended to neutralize the antiwar demonstrations

Synonyms & Similar Words

• offset
• correct
• counteract
• counterbalance
• outweigh
• relieve
• cancel (out)
• compensate (for)
• make up (for)
• annul
• nullify
• remedy
• negative
• counterpoise
• invalidate
• negate
• redeem
• atone (for)
• redress
• neuter
• overrule
• override
• outbalance

2

as in to assassinate

to put to death deliberately

orders to find the renegade colonel and to neutralize him

Synonyms & Similar Words

• assassinate
• murder
• slay
• execute
• kill
• liquidate
• destroy
• get
• dispatch
• terminate
• off
• whack
• snuff
• take out
• put away
• shoot
• slaughter
• ice
• eliminate
• rub out
• do in
• bump off
• do away with
• croak
• eradicate
• knock off
• cut down
• blow away
• claim
• annihilate
• exterminate
• smite
• fell
• blot out
• shoot down
• zap
• carry off
• massacre
• mow (down)
• wipe out
• butcher

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• restore
• revive
• raise
• resurrect
• animate
• resuscitate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of neutralize

For the Timberwolves to steal a game in San Antonio and truly compete in this series, McDaniels will need to lead the charge on a defensive effort that neutralizes the likes of De’Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle on the perimeter. —Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 2 May 2026

Boesenecker said the majority Democratic leadership is prepared to move quickly to make sure the bill to neutralize the initiative lands on Polis’ desk. —Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 1 May 2026

Pecans Pecans are loaded with polyphenolic compounds, especially ellagic acid and flavonoids, which help neutralize free radicals, unstable molecules that lead to cell damage. —Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 30 Apr. 2026

As an antioxidant, vitamin C helps neutralize these hazards and protects cells from damage. —Merve Ceylan, Health, 30 Apr. 2026