Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

basification

noun
/ˌbeɪsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definition
The process of making something basic or more alkaline.
Examples
  • Basification of the soil can improve crop yields in acidic areas.
  • The scientists studied the basification process in marine environments.
  • In labs, basification is often used to neutralize acidic waste.
Meaning
Basification refers to the addition of a base to a solution to increase its pH level, making it less acidic.
Synonyms
  • neutralization
  • alkalization
  • deacidification