Definition

To change a substance into a base or to make it more alkaline.

Example

The chemist decided to basify the solution to neutralize the acid.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you know that you can basify the soil to improve plant growth?

Really? I had no idea that was possible.

Yeah, adding lime can actually help make it more alkaline.

That sounds interesting! I might try that in my garden.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Basify → It is formed from "base" (from Latin "basis", meaning foundation or base) and "-ify" (meaning to make or to cause to become). The word "basify" means to make something basic or to increase the basicity of a substance.

Memory Tip

Think of creating a 'foundation' ('base') for something and then 'making' it ('-ify') — that's how basify means to make something more basic.

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