Neutralizing
Pronunciation: /ˈnuːtrəˌlaɪz/
Neutralizing (verb)
- To stop something from having an effect or to make it less strong.
- To make two opposing forces equal so that they cancel each other out.
Examples
- The new policy will neutralize any negative effects on the environment.
- The team worked to neutralize the differences in their opinions.
Common collocations: neutralize a threat, neutralize an effect, neutralize differences, neutralize opposing forces