neutralization

/nˌutɹələzˈeɪʃən/ · 5 syllables

Meaning

noun

1. action intended to keep a country politically neutral or exclude it from a possible war
   “the neutralization of Belgium”
2. a chemical reaction in which an acid and a base interact with the formation of a salt; with strong acids and bases the essential reaction is the combination of hydrogen ions with hydroxyl ions to form water
3. (euphemism) the removal of a threat by killing or destroying it (especially in a covert operation or military operation)
4. action intended to nullify the effects of some previous action

Synonyms for neutralization

• neutralisation
• neutralization reaction
• neutralisation reaction
• counteraction

Words that rhyme with neutralization

• operation
• variation
• representation
• separation
• association
• derivation
• elevation
• inclination
• preparation
• application
• combination
• concentration
• formation
• foundation
• generation
• irritation
• organisation
• organization
• presentation
• radiation
• regulation
• relaxation
• replication
• reservation
• restoration
• translation
• accommodation
• administration
• animation
• assimilation