noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The conversion of something to an alkali. countable, uncountable
2. 2
   The process of becoming more alkaline. countable, uncountable

Synonyms

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more acid-base manipulation

Antonyms

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neutralizationacidify

Etymology

From alkaline + -ization.