Neutralize

/ˈnuːtrəlaɪz/

verb

To make something unable to harm or have any effect.

They claim to have neutralized the virus by the vaccine

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Pro Tip 1/2

Use 'neutralize' to describe making various harmful things harmless, not just physical objects.

A well-crafted apology can neutralize resentment.

Pro Tip 2/2

'Neutralize' can be used metaphorically to talk about reducing an effect or influence.

The company's new policy neutralized consumer complaints.

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