English Synonym Finder

decontaminate

Definitions

To remove dangerous substances, such as radioactive materials or chemical agents, from a person, object, or area.

To make something safe by cleaning or neutralizing harmful contaminants.

Examples

The hazmat team worked for hours to decontaminate the laboratory after the chemical spill.

You must decontaminate all medical equipment before using it on another patient.

Specialized crews were brought in to decontaminate the site following the radiation leak.

Synonyms

sanitize sterilize disinfect cleanse purify scrub fumigate

Antonyms

contaminate pollute taint infect defile soil foul