Definition

Describes something that has been treated with iodine or an iodide, often to enhance its nutritional value.

Example

Many table salts are iodized to help prevent iodine deficiency.

Conversation

Have you tried using iodized salt in your cooking?

Yeah, I started using it last month, and I love it!

I heard it’s better for you since it has iodine.

Definitely, it helps with thyroid function and overall health.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Iodized → It is formed from "iodine" (from Greek "iodes", meaning violet or purple, referring to the color of iodine vapor) and the suffix "-ized" (meaning to make or to become). The word "iodized" means to have been made to contain iodine, often for nutritional purposes.

Memory Tip

Think of 'iodine' as the element that gives a purple color, and remember that 'iodized' means something has been made to contain iodine.

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