neutralize
gb/nˈutɹəlˌaɪz/ us/nˈutɹəlˌaɪz/
B2
Англійська
semlegesít, ellensúlyoz, ártalmatlanná tesz, hatástalanít
ДІЄСЛОВО
B2
1
semlegesít
B2
ellensúlyoz
C1
Модель уживання:
neutralize [something]
Drinking water can help neutralize the burning sensation after spicy food.
Az ivóvíz segíthet semlegesíteni a csípős étel utáni égő érzést.
The new policy was meant to neutralize the risk of sudden price increases.
Az új szabályzat célja az volt, hogy ellensúlyozza a hirtelen áremelkedések kockázatát.
They added extra insulation to neutralize street noise at night.
Навчальні приклади
This medicine can neutralize the poison.
Ez a gyógyszer képes semlegesíteni a mérget.
The good news neutralized my worry.
A jó hír eloszlatta az aggodalmamat.
Поширена помилка:
Learners may confuse it with neutral (adjective). Also note spelling: neutralize (AmE) vs neutralise (BrE).
Значення
make something ineffective
Словосполучення
neutralize the effect
|neutralize the impact
|neutralize the risk
|neutralize the damage
|neutralize a problem
|neutralize the negative effects
|neutralize a toxin
|neutralize a virus
|neutralize the pain
|be neutralized by
Синоніми
counteract (Often used for reducing or opposing an effect.)
|
offset (Suggests balancing an effect with an equal opposite effect.)
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nullify (More formal; suggests making something legally or practically void.)
Антоніми
intensify (Makes the effect stronger rather than removing it.)
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reinforce (Adds support so something has more effect.)
Теми
daily_life
|health
|business
|problem_solving
Визначення
To stop something from having an effect.
To counteract something so that it no longer has an effect or is no longer a problem.
ДІЄСЛОВО
C1
TECHNICAL
2
semlegesít
B2
Модель уживання:
neutralize [acid/base] (with [substance])
Use sodium bicarbonate to neutralize the acid before cleaning it up.
Használj szódabikarbónát a sav semlegesítésére, mielőtt feltakarítod.
The lab technician neutralized the solution and then tested the pH again.
A laboráns semlegesítette az oldatot, majd újra megmérte a pH-t.
Lime is sometimes added to neutralize acidic soil.
Навчальні приклади
Baking soda can neutralize acid.
A szódabikarbóna semlegesítheti a savat.
The teacher showed how to neutralize a solution.
A tanár megmutatta, hogyan kell semlegesíteni egy oldatot.
Поширена помилка:
In chemistry, neutralize is about pH; it does not necessarily mean “make harmless” in every context.
Значення
make an acid or base neutral
Словосполучення
neutralize an acid
|neutralize a base
|neutralize the solution
|neutralize the mixture
|neutralize the spill
|neutralize with baking soda
|neutralizing agent
|neutralizing solution
|neutralization reaction
|neutralize the pH
Синоніми
bring to neutral pH (More explicit; often used in lab instructions.)
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deacidify (Specific to reducing acidity; not always a full neutralization.)
Антоніми
acidify (Makes something more acidic.)
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alkalize (Makes something more basic (alkaline).)
Теми
science
|chemistry
|health
Визначення
To make something not acidic and not basic.
To make a substance chemically neutral by reacting an acid with a base (or vice versa) so the mixture is close to pH 7.
ДІЄСЛОВО
C1
FORMAL
3
Модель уживання:
neutralize [someone/something]
Police said the suspect was neutralized before anyone else was hurt.
A rendőrség szerint a gyanúsítottat ártalmatlanná tették, mielőtt bárki más megsérült volna.
The strike was intended to neutralize the radar system.
A csapás célja a radarrendszer hatástalanítása volt.
The team trained for months to neutralize explosive devices safely.
Навчальні приклади
The guards neutralized the attacker.
Az őrök ártalmatlanná tették a támadót.
They neutralized the bomb.
Hatástalanították a bombát.
Поширена помилка:
This sense is often used in news and military/police contexts; it can imply force and may sound harsh in everyday conversation.
Значення
disable an enemy or threat
Словосполучення
neutralize the threat
|neutralize an attacker
|neutralize enemy forces
|neutralize a target
|neutralize defenses
|neutralize a bomb
|neutralize a missile system
|neutralize a stronghold
|neutralize a suspect
|mission to neutralize
Синоніми
disable (Focuses on making something unable to function.)
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eliminate (Stronger; often implies removing completely, sometimes by killing.)
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subdue (Emphasizes bringing a person under control rather than destroying.)
Антоніми
arm (Gives someone the means to attack or resist.)
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activate (Makes a system or device operational.)
Теми
news
|crime
|military
|security
Визначення
To stop a threat from being dangerous or effective.
To stop a person, group, or weapon from being able to act effectively, especially by disabling, capturing, or destroying them.
ДІЄСЛОВО
B2
4
semlegesít
B2
Модель уживання:
neutralize [odor/smell/taste]
An open box of baking soda can help neutralize odors in the fridge.
Egy nyitott doboz szódabikarbóna segíthet semlegesíteni a hűtőszekrény szagait.
The chef added a little sugar to neutralize the bitterness of the sauce.
A séf egy kis cukrot adott hozzá, hogy ellensúlyozza a szósz keserűségét.
This spray neutralizes smoke smells instead of just covering them.
Навчальні приклади
This product neutralizes bad smells.
Ez a termék semlegesíti a rossz szagokat.
Lemon can neutralize a strong taste.
A citrom semlegesítheti az erős ízt.
Поширена помилка:
Neutralize often implies using something to counteract the smell/taste, not just covering it up.
Значення
remove an unwanted smell or taste
Словосполучення
neutralize odors
|neutralize a smell
|neutralize bad breath
|neutralize bitterness
|neutralize the taste
|odor-neutralizing spray
|neutralize cooking smells
|neutralize the odor of smoke
|neutralize fishy smell
|neutralize sulfur smell
Синоніми
deodorize (Specifically about removing odors; common for products.)
|
remove (More general; does not imply counteracting.)
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mask (Means cover up; not the same as truly neutralizing.)
Антоніми
intensify (Makes the smell or taste stronger.)
|
taint (Adds an unpleasant taste or smell.)
Теми
food
|home
|health
|daily_life
Визначення
To make a bad smell or taste go away.
To reduce or remove an unwanted smell, taste, or other noticeable quality by counteracting it.
ДІЄСЛОВО
C1
FORMAL
5
semlegesít
C1
Модель уживання:
neutralize [language/tone/accent]
The editor tried to neutralize the political language so the article sounded impartial.
A szerkesztő megpróbálta semlegesíteni a politikai nyelvezetet, hogy a cikk pártatlannak hasson.
In training, actors learn to neutralize their accent for certain roles.
A képzés során a színészek megtanulják, hogyan semlegesítsék az akcentusukat bizonyos szerepekhez.
They rewrote the email to neutralize the tone and avoid sounding angry.
Навчальні приклади
She neutralized the tone of her message.
Semlegesebbé tette az üzenete hangnemét.
He tried to neutralize his accent.
Megpróbálta semlegesíteni az akcentusát.
Поширена помилка:
In this sense, neutralize does not mean “approve” or “agree”; it means “make more neutral.”
Значення
make something more neutral or unbiased
Словосполучення
neutralize the language
|neutralize the tone
|neutralize an accent
|neutralize gendered language
|neutralize a statement
|neutralize political bias
|neutralize the message
|neutralize emotional impact
|neutralize the color
|neutralize the look
Синоніми
moderate (Suggests making something less extreme or intense.)
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sanitize (Often implies removing offensive or controversial content; can sound critical.)
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balance (Emphasizes giving equal weight rather than removing features.)
Антоніми
polarize (Makes positions more extreme or divided.)
|
bias (Introduces partiality rather than removing it.)
Теми
communication
|society
|business
Визначення
To make something less biased or less strongly marked.
To remove or reduce strong bias, emotion, or distinctive features so that something seems more neutral or balanced.
Граматика
Словникова форма
neutralize
IPA
GB/nˈutɹəlˌaɪz/
US/nˈutɹəlˌaɪz/
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neut - ral - ize (3 склади)
Stress on 1st syllable (neut)
Форми слова
Verb
- Base: neutralize
- 3rd Person Singular: neutralizes
- Present Participle: neutralizing
- Past: neutralized
Споріднені слова
Forms
neutralizes
verb
neutralizing
verb
neutralized
verb
Core family
Related words
neutrally
adverb
neutralizer
noun
Вирази
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