oxidising
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ɒkˈsɪdaɪzɪŋ/
KK: /ɑkˈsɪdaɪzɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Relating to a process that involves the addition of oxygen to a substance or the removal of hydrogen from it, often resulting in a chemical change.
Example
The oxidising agent in the reaction helped to convert the metal into its oxide form.
Conversation
Did you read about the oxidising process in chemistry class?
Yeah, I found it really interesting how it affects different materials.
I didn't realize how important oxidising reactions are in everyday life.
Absolutely! They play a huge role in things like rusting and combustion.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
reactive
corrosive
burning
Antonyms
inert
passive
stable
verb
Definition
To combine with oxygen or to cause a substance to combine with oxygen, often resulting in a change in chemical composition.
Example
The process of oxidising iron leads to the formation of rust.
Tense Forms
Past: oxidised
Past Participle: oxidised
Conversation
Did you know that certain metals can start oxidising when exposed to air?
Yeah, I've heard that can cause rusting, right?
Exactly! It's fascinating how chemistry works in everyday life.
Root Explanation
Oxidising → It is formed from "oxid" (from Latin "oxydum", meaning acid or sour) and "-ising" (a suffix used to form present participles). The word "oxidising" refers to the process of combining with oxygen, often resulting in a change in chemical composition.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'oxid' which relates to oxygen, and remember that 'oxidising' means the process of combining with oxygen.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.