How to Pronounce Sterilized

To pronounce "sterilized", say STER-il-iz-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

STER-il-iz-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “sterilized”

"sterilized" has 4 syllables: ster-il-iz-ed. It rhymes with surmised and utilized, if that helps it stick.

What does sterilized mean?

verb

  1. To deprive of the ability to procreate.
  2. To make unable to produce; to make unprofitable.

Words that rhyme with sterilized

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

surmisedutilizeddevisedrecognizedostracizedsurprisedscrutinizedmesmerizedchastiseddisguiseddisenfranchisedrealized

Related words

antisepticgermfreeinfertileunfertileautoclaveddisinfectedsterilisedaseptic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sterilized"?▾

"Sterilized" has 4 syllables: ster · il · iz · ed.

What does "sterilized" mean?▾

Sterilized: To deprive of the ability to procreate.

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