Definition

To remove carbon from something, often referring to processes that reduce carbon emissions in various industries.

Example

The company aims to decarbonize its operations by switching to renewable energy sources.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you heard about the new plans to decarbonize our city?

Yeah, I read that they want to reduce emissions significantly.

It seems like a big step towards a healthier environment.

Absolutely! It's exciting to think about how it could change things.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Decarbonize → It is formed from "de-" (meaning removal or reversal) and "carbon" (from Latin "carbo", meaning coal or carbon) and "-ize" (a suffix used to form verbs meaning to make or to become). The word "decarbonize" means to remove carbon from something, particularly in the context of reducing carbon emissions.

Memory Tip

Think of 'removing' ('de-') 'carbon' from a process — that's what decarbonize means.

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