epoxidize

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ɪˈpɒkɪdaɪz/

KK: /ɪˈpɑkɪˌdaɪz/

verb

Definition

To treat a substance with an epoxide, which is a type of chemical compound that contains a three-membered ring of atoms.

Example

The chemist decided to epoxidize the compound to improve its reactivity.

Tense Forms

Past: epoxidized

Past Participle: epoxidized

Conversation

Hey, have you ever tried to epoxidize anything at home?

Not really, but I heard it's a cool way to make things more durable.

Yeah, I read that it can really enhance the properties of certain materials.

Sounds interesting! Maybe I should give it a shot with my DIY projects.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

oxidize

treat

convert

Antonyms

reduce

decompose

dissolve

Root Explanation

Epoxidize → It is formed from "epoxy" (from Greek "epi-" meaning upon and "oxy" meaning sharp or acid) and "-ize" (a suffix used to form verbs indicating to make or to become). The word "epoxidize" means to convert a compound into an epoxide, which is a cyclic ether with a three-membered ring structure.

Memory Tip

Think of 'upon' ('epi-') and 'sharp' ('oxy') to remember that 'epoxidize' means to make a compound into a sharp, three-membered ring structure.

Visually Confused Words

reoxidize

deoxidize