How Do You Spell BASIFY?

Pronunciation: [bˈe͡ɪsɪfˌa͡ɪ] (IPA)

Basify is a verb that means to make a substance more basic. The spelling of basify follows a straightforward pattern. It starts with the syllable "base," which is pronounced /beɪs/. The ending "ify" is a suffix that denotes the action of making something. Thus, the word basify is spelled exactly how it sounds: /ˈbeɪsɪfaɪ/. When pronounced, the stress falls on the first syllable, with a long A sound like "bay." Basify is a commonly used term in chemistry, particularly in acid-base reactions.

BASIFY Meaning and Definition

1. Basify is a verb that refers to the process of making something more basic or alkaline. It is derived from the noun "base," which in chemistry refers to a substance that can accept hydrogen ions or donate electrons.

   In chemistry, to basify a solution means to increase its pH level or to make it more alkaline by adding a base. This can be done by introducing a substance that contains hydroxide ions (OH-) or by removing acidic substances. The addition of a base neutralizes the acid in the solution, resulting in an increase in pH.

   Basification also occurs in biological processes. In this context, it refers to the removal or neutralization of excessive acids present in the body. The body naturally maintains a balance between acidic and basic compounds, and any disturbances in this balance can lead to health issues. To basify the body, one can consume alkaline foods or supplements that help neutralize excess acids and restore the pH balance.

   Outside of the scientific domain, basify can also be used metaphorically to describe a process or action that makes something more fundamental or basic in nature. It can denote simplifying a concept or stripping away unnecessary complexities, resulting in a more straightforward or essential understanding.

2. To convert into a base.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for BASIFY

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Etymology of BASIFY

The word "basify" is derived from the noun "base" with the addition of the verb-forming suffix "-ify". The noun "base" originated from the Latin word "basis" meaning "foundation" or "support". In chemistry, a base refers to a substance that has the ability to accept protons or release hydroxide ions when dissolved in water. The verb form "basify" emerged in the early 19th century, referring to the process of converting a substance into a base or making it more basic.

Similar spelling word for BASIFY

• bagby.

Conjugate verb Basify

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have basified

you would have basified

he/she/it would have basified

we would have basified

they would have basified

I would have basify

you would have basify

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we would have basify

they would have basify

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been basifying

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we would have been basifying

they would have been basifying

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would basify

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be basifying

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we would be basifying

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FUTURE

I will basify

you will basify

he/she/it will basify

we will basify

they will basify

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be basifying

you will be basifying

he/she/it will be basifying

we will be basifying

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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have basified

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been basifying

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we will have been basifying

they will have been basifying

IMPERATIVE

you basify

we let´s basify

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to basify

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was basifying

you were basifying

he/she/it was basifying

we were basifying

they were basifying

PAST PARTICIPLE

basified

PAST PERFECT

I had basified

you had basified

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we had basified

they had basified

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been basifying

you had been basifying

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we had been basifying

they had been basifying

PRESENT

I basify

you basify

he/she/it basifies

we basify

they basify

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am basifying

you are basifying

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we are basifying

they are basifying

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

basifying

PRESENT PERFECT

I have basified

you have basified

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we have basified

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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been basifying

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we have been basifying

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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it basify

SIMPLE PAST

I basified

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they basified