Ionize

//ˈaɪ.ə.naɪz// verb

verb ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb

1
To dissociate atoms or molecules into electrically charged species; to be thus dissociated. physical
2
convert into ions wordnet
3
become converted into ions wordnet

Synonyms

electrolyze galvanize ionise

Antonyms

deionize reionize

Etymology

From ion + -ize.

Related phrases

non-ionizing radiation un-ionized

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