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1. ionisation
noun. the process of ionizing; the formation of ions by separating atoms or molecules or radicals or by adding or subtracting electrons from atoms by strong electric fields in a gas.
Synonyms
- natural action
- natural process
- activity
- action
Antonyms
- sink
- source
- inactivity
- discontinuance
Etymology
- -ation (English)
- ionise (English)
- -ise (English)
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2. ionisation
noun. the condition of being dissociated into ions (as by heat or radiation or chemical reaction or electrical discharge).
Synonyms
- ionization
- status
Antonyms
- discontinuation
- peristalsis
- anastalsis
Etymology
- -ation (English)
- ionise (English)
- -ise (English)
Example sentences of the word ionisation
1. Noun, singular or mass
When high levels of gamma rays bombard a body, a resulting dangerous ionisation of tissue can cause skin cancer.