NEUTRALIZE Synonyms: 70 Similar and Opposite Words

neutralize

verb

ˈnü-trə-ˌlīz

Definition of neutralize

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

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as in to assassinate

to put to death deliberately orders to find the renegade colonel and to neutralize him

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Recent Examples of neutralize Persimmon contains tannins thought to help neutralize odor-causing compounds on the skin, and the ingredient story (natural, plant-derived, targeted at a specific compound) fits what midlife shoppers are already buying. — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2026 Naturally With Persimmon Soap Persimmon soap has emerged as a popular natural option because the fruit contains tannins that may help neutralize odor-causing compounds on the skin. — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 5 Oct. 2026 Fiber-rich foods like fruits, vegetables and whole grains stimulate saliva, which neutralizes acids and washes away food particles. — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 5 Oct. 2026 Fruits, vegetables and whole grains stimulate saliva production, which neutralizes acids and washes away food particles. — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for neutralize

Recent Examples of Synonyms for neutralize

Verb

Longer life offsets costs The researchers also examined whether the additional electronics could be economically justified.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026
The interior swims in faded blues, mint greens and powdery neutrals with neoclassical moldings, offset by black lacquer, frosted glass, mosaics and polished metal.

— Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of offset

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The 21-year-old Michigan State senior is also head of the local chapter of Turning Point, the group for young conservatives whose founder, Charlie Kirk, was assassinated last year.

— Jacqueline Ganun, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2026
On July 7, 2021, Moïse was assassinated inside his second-floor bedroom.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of assassinate

Verb

At one point during Thursday’s 45-minute open practice/scrimmage situation, KU head coach Bill Self corrected Rosario for passing instead of taking the open 3-pointer.

— Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 9 Oct. 2026
Researchers must develop systems that detect and correct these errors while computations continue.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of correct

Verb

And then the game starts, the nerves dissipate, and the opponent is methodically slayed.

— Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026
As global markets demanded higher performance thresholds, Gaydon answered with the ferocious Aston Martin DBX707, a high-velocity machine with premium luxury credentials plus supercar-slaying straight-line velocity.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of slay

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The property, which takes up residence in an 18th-century palazzo, looks fresh-faced and gorgeous after a multi-year and multi-phase renovation executed through the peak of the pandemic.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Oct. 2026
In July, Florida became the first state in nearly a decade to execute two prisoners in one day.

— David Fischer, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026