neutralised
Definition
- Adjective:
- Made neutral in some respect; deprived of distinctive characteristics: Describes something that has been rendered neutral, often by counteracting its distinctive qualities, force, or effect.
Usage
The adjective "neutralised" is used to describe a state where an object, substance, or situation has been altered to become neutral. This often involves removing or counteracting active, distinctive, or opposing properties. It is commonly used in scientific, military, and general contexts.
Examples
- Adjective:
- The neutralised acid was safe to pour down the drain. (The acid's corrosive properties were counteracted, making it harmless.)
- After the negotiation, the threat was effectively neutralised. (The threat's dangerous or active quality was removed.)
- The critic's argument was neutralised by the compelling new evidence. (The argument's distinctive force or impact was counteracted.)
Advanced Usage
- "to be rendered neutralised": to be made neutral through a specific process.
- The chemical agent was rendered neutralised before disposal.
- In a figurative sense: Can describe ideas, emotions, or influences whose power has been negated.
- Her anxiety was neutralised by the calming music.
Variants and Related Words
- Neutralise (verb): To make neutral; to counteract the effect or force of something.
- The army moved to neutralise the enemy position.
- Neutralisation (noun): The action or process of making something neutral.
- The neutralisation of the toxin was successful.
- Neutral (adjective): Not supporting or helping either side in a conflict or disagreement; having no distinct or positive features.
Synonyms
- Deactivated: Rendered inactive or inoperative.
- Counteracted: Acted against to reduce its force or effect.
- Nullified: Made legally null and void; invalidated.
- Defused: Made a situation less tense or dangerous.
Antonyms
- Activated: Made active or operative.
- Potentiated: Increased the power, effect, or likelihood of.
- Charged: Loaded or filled with energy, tension, or emotion.
Related Phrases
- "to have a neutralising effect": to cause something to become neutral.
- The base had a neutralising effect on the acid.
- "neutralised zone": an area where opposing forces or influences have been counteracted, often creating a state of non-aggression or safety.
- The treaty established a neutralised zone between the two countries.
Adjective
-
made neutral in some respect; deprived of distinctive characteristics
Khám phá thêm
Các từ liên quan
Từ đồng nghĩa
Từ tương tự
Từ gần giống
