Word
ionized
Phoneticsion·ized
UK spelling · ionised
Definition
adj. having an electric charge after gaining or losing very small parts called electrons. You use it for air, water, or gas changed in this way.
adj. converted into ions through gain or loss of electrons, thus carrying a net electric charge. Typically describes gases, liquids, or atoms altered by radiation, heat, or electric fields.
Examples
“The filter cleans ionized air in the room.”
“The lab uses ionized gas to clean tiny parts without harsh chemicals.”
“Researchers studied ionized particles in the upper atmosphere to understand how solar storms disrupt radio signals.”
Examples
simple
“The filter cleans ionized air in the room.”
contextual
“The lab uses ionized gas to clean tiny parts without harsh chemicals.”
complex
“Researchers studied ionized particles in the upper atmosphere to understand how solar storms disrupt radio signals.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “ionized” in context.
Verb
01. become ionized
“Air molecules become ionized during a powerful lightning strike.”
verb + adj
02. get ionized
“Water molecules get ionized when exposed to strong radiation.”
verb + adj
03. ionized conducts
“Ionized gas conducts electricity far better than neutral air.”
adj + verb
Adjective
04. fully ionized
“At high temperatures, hydrogen becomes fully ionized and loses its electron.”
adv + adj
05. highly ionized
“Highly ionized plasma inside the reactor reaches extreme temperatures.”
adv + adj
Noun
06. ionized air
“The purifier claims to freshen rooms with ionized air.”
adj + noun
07. ionized calcium
“Doctors measured ionized calcium to check bone metabolism.”
adj + noun
08. ionized gas
“Neon signs glow because of ionized gas inside the tube.”
adj + noun
09. ionized layer
“Radio signals bounce off the ionized layer above Earth.”
adj + noun
10. breathe ionized air
“Visitors go to the salt cave to breathe ionized air.”
11. fully ionized gas
“The chamber was filled with fully ionized gas.”
12. highly ionized plasma
“Stars consist mainly of highly ionized plasma.”
Usage
Typically placed before the noun it modifies or after 'be'.
Real-World Examples
“Once ionized, the hydrogen would be electrically conductive and no longer scatter light.” Related words
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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