Definition

To return to a state where the electrical charge is balanced after being disturbed.

Example

After the nerve signal was sent, the cell needed time to repolarize before it could send another signal.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard that the cells need to repolarize after firing an action potential.

Yeah, that's essential for them to function properly again.

It's fascinating how our bodies work to repolarize so quickly.

I know! It’s like a little reset button for our cells.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Repolarize → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "polarize" (from the Greek "polaris", meaning of or pertaining to poles). The word "repolarize" means to change something back to a state of having distinct poles again.

Memory Tip

Think of 'again' ('re-') and 'pertaining to poles' ('polarize') — this helps you remember that repolarize means to restore the distinct poles.

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