来自neuter,中性的。引申词义使中立，使无效。

1. The latest figures should neutralize the fears of inflation.

最新的数据应该可以消除对通货膨胀的担忧。

2. Acids neutralize alkalis and vice versa.

酸能使碱中和,碱亦能使酸中和.

3. The US is trying to neutralize the resolution in the UN Security Council.

美国正试图在联合国安理会使该决议无效。

4. The increase in indirect taxation is intended to neutralize the reduction in income tax.

增加间接税是为了抵消所得税的减少。

5. Nothing could neutralize its good effects.

没有什么能抵消它所产生的好影响.