1. made neutral or ineffective; counteracted or canceled out
Usage: past tense and past participle of neutralize
2. made chemically neutral by combining an acid with a base
Usage: chemistry
3. eliminated as a threat or made harmless
Usage: military; security contexts

Examples

• The antacid neutralized the stomach acid.
• The security team neutralized the threat quickly.
• Her positive attitude neutralized his negativity.
• The base neutralized the acidic solution in the lab.
• The opposing forces neutralized each other’s advances.
• The medication neutralized the toxin in his system.
• The diplomat’s efforts neutralized the growing tension.