Oxidized - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Oxidized describes a substance that has combined with oxygen, resulting in a chemical change, such as rust forming on iron. It can also refer to losing electrons in a reaction.
Definition:
Combined with oxygen, or undergone a chemical reaction losing electrons.
Synonyms:
rusted, corroded, tarnished
Part of Speech:
adjective, verb (past tense)
Antonyms:
reduced, unoxidized
Common Collocations:
oxidized metal, oxidized surface, oxidized layer
Derivatives:
oxidize, oxidizing, oxidization
Usage Tips:
Use "oxidized" to describe metals or substances chemically altered by oxygen exposure.
Common Phrases:
oxidized copper, oxidized iron, oxidized apple (browning)
Etymology:
Derived from French "oxyder," from "oxygène" (oxygen), influenced by Greek "oxys" (sharp) and "genes" (producing).
Examples:
- 1. The iron gate oxidized over time.
- 2. She noticed the oxidized coins in the old jar.
- 3. The apple turned brown as it oxidized.
- 4. They cleaned the oxidized surface of the statue carefully.