
Neutralize
Broad Applications
Use 'neutralize' to describe making various harmful things harmless, not just physical objects.
A well-crafted apology can neutralize resentment.
Metaphorical Use
'Neutralize' can be used metaphorically to talk about reducing an effect or influence.
The company's new policy neutralized consumer complaints. Compare with
AnnihilateBalanceCancelCounteractNegateNullifyOffsetQuash
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