Synonyms of neutralize

neutralize

verb

ˈnü-trə-ˌlīz 

1

as in to offset

to balance with an equal force so as to make ineffective

a pro-government rally that is intended to neutralize the antiwar demonstrations

Synonyms & Similar Words

• offset
• correct
• counteract
• counterbalance
• outweigh
• relieve
• cancel (out)
• compensate (for)
• make up (for)
• annul
• nullify
• remedy
• negative
• counterpoise
• invalidate
• negate
• redeem
• atone (for)
• redress
• neuter
• overrule
• override
• outbalance

2

as in to assassinate

to put to death deliberately

orders to find the renegade colonel and to neutralize him

Synonyms & Similar Words

• assassinate
• murder
• slay
• execute
• kill
• liquidate
• destroy
• get
• dispatch
• terminate
• off
• whack
• snuff
• take out
• put away
• shoot
• slaughter
• ice
• eliminate
• rub out
• do in
• bump off
• do away with
• croak
• eradicate
• knock off
• cut down
• blow away
• claim
• annihilate
• exterminate
• smite
• fell
• blot out
• shoot down
• zap
• carry off
• massacre
• mow (down)
• wipe out
• butcher

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• restore
• revive
• raise
• resurrect
• animate
• resuscitate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of neutralize

Both programs were specifically formed to surveil left-wing movements—everything from anti-war protests to radical Black activism—and ultimately infiltrate and neutralize them by any means necessary. —Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 6 Mar. 2025

And with Solis and Briana Webb — who led Piedmont with 19 points — attacking them inside and getting them in foul trouble, the Highlanders neutralized Tech’s size advantage. —Devin Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 5 Mar. 2025

The third-team All-American was completely neutralized by the frontline of Kansas State, which threw constant double teams her way. —Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2025

The Trojans’ best skill on defense is protecting the paint, but that is neutralized by Kansas State’s ability to space the floor. —Chantel Jennings, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025