ionize
What is another word for ionize? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Verb — To split atoms or molecules into electrically charged particles, or to become split in this way.
We haven't recorded synonyms for ionize yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use ionize
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
ionize the air
ionize a gas
readily ionize
Ionize is a technical chemistry and physics term rather than everyday vocabulary.
Etymology
Ionize is formed from ion, meaning a charged particle, with the verb-forming ending -ize added to turn it into an action word.
Full origin of ionize →Frequently asked questions
What does ionize mean?
To ionize something is to split its atoms or molecules into electrically charged particles, called ions.
Is ionize the same as ionise?
Yes, ionise is simply the non-Oxford British spelling of the same verb.
What causes a substance to ionize?
A substance can ionize through exposure to radiation, an electric field, or by dissolving in a liquid such as water.
