Synonyms of neutralization

Noun

1. neutralization, neutralisation, nullification, override

usage: action intended to keep a country politically neutral or exclude it from a possible war; "the neutralization of Belgium"

2. neutralization, neutralisation, neutralization reaction, neutralisation reaction, chemical reaction, reaction

usage: 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. neutralization, neutralisation, destruction, devastation

usage: (euphemism) the removal of a threat by killing or destroying it (especially in a covert operation or military operation)

4. neutralization, neutralisation, counteraction, nullification, override

usage: action intended to nullify the effects of some previous action

Definition and meaning of neutralization (Dictionary)