deionized
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //diˈaɪənaɪzd//
KK: /diˈaɪəˌnaɪzd/
adjective
Definition
Describing water or another liquid that has had its ions removed, making it free from charged particles.
Example
The laboratory used deionized water for all its experiments to ensure accuracy.
Conversation
Have you ever tried using deionized water for your plants?
No, I haven't, but I've heard it's really good for them.
Yeah, it helps prevent mineral buildup in the soil.
I should definitely give that a shot next time!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
purified
refined
filtered
Antonyms
contaminated
impure
tainted
verb
Definition
To remove ions from a substance, usually water, making it free of charged particles.
Example
The laboratory used deionized water for their experiments to ensure accuracy.
Tense Forms
Past: deionized
Past Participle: deionized
Conversation
Did you remember to deionized the water for the experiment?
Yes, I deionized it last night, so it should be ready now.
Great! That way, we can avoid any interference with the results.
Root Explanation
Deionized → It is formed from "de-" (meaning removal or reversal) and "ionized" (from "ion" which comes from Greek "ion", meaning to go or to move). The word "deionized" means the removal of ions from a substance, particularly water, making it free from charged particles.
Memory Tip
Think of 'removing' ('de-') 'ions' from a substance — that's what deionized means.
Visually Confused Words
ebionize
demonize
ionize