semlegesít

To stop a person, group, or dangerous thing from being able to act effectively, especially by restraining, disabling, or destroying it.

To make a substance neither acidic nor alkaline, especially by adding another substance so the acid and base react.

To remove or reduce a strong quality (such as colour, taste, smell, or tone) so that something becomes more neutral or balanced.

To counteract something so that it no longer has an effect or is no longer a problem.

To make a substance chemically neutral by reacting an acid with a base (or vice versa) so the mixture is close to pH 7.

To reduce or remove an unwanted smell, taste, or other noticeable quality by counteracting it.

To remove or reduce strong bias, emotion, or distinctive features so that something seems more neutral or balanced.

To counteract something so that its effect is reduced or completely cancelled.