decontaminate

The word “decontaminate” has 5 syllables: de-con-tam-i-nate

It's pronounced as /ˌdiː.kənˈtæm.ɪ.neɪt/

What is synonym and antonym for decontaminate?

In the thesaurus, “decontaminate” has 36 synonyms and 14 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for decontaminate along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for decontaminate

antiseptize
brighten
brush
clean
cleanse
comb
deodorize
deterge
disinfect
dry-clean
dust
freshen
fumigate
gi
launder
make sterile
mop
pick up
purge
purify
rinse
sanitize
scour
scrub
shampoo
sponge
sterilize
swab
sweep
sweeten
tidy
turn out
unclutter
vacuum
wash
wipe

Antonyms for decontaminate

begrime
besmirch
blacken
defile
dirty
discolor
foul
muddy
pollute
soil
spot
stain
sully
taint

Meanings of decontaminate

verb
1. To remove contamination from (something), rendering it safe.

Example Sentences

The workers must decontaminate the area after the chemical spill.
Hospitals use special procedures to decontaminate surgical instruments.
It is essential to decontaminate water before drinking in emergency situations.
The lab technicians decontaminate all surfaces to prevent the spread of germs.
After the accident, the team was called in to decontaminate the site.

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