Synonyms for

Bleach

Verb / bli:tʃ / Another word for bleach — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to make something white or lighter in color by using chemicals or sunlight

Synonyms & similar words

discolourise bleachingagent bleachout decolor decolourise discolorise blanchingagent decolorise whitener decolorize decolourize discolorize decolour whiten lighten pale blanch decolorize discolor fade saturate sterilize sanitize purify clean wash rinse scrub soak dye stain color tinge

Synonyms by register

Formal

discolor decolorize palliate

Informal

lighten whitewash strip

Literary

pale whiten

Antonyms

darken stain dye color pigment tarnish

Common collocations

  • hair bleach
  • teeth bleach
  • bleach clothes
  • bleach solution
  • bleach the stains
  • chlorine bleach
  • oxygen bleach

Word family

noun bleach
verb bleach

Usage note

While 'bleach' can refer to the act of removing color, it is most commonly associated with household cleaning products used for whitening and disinfecting.

Example sentences

  1. She poured bleach into the washing machine to whiten her clothes.
  2. The sun can bleach a piece of cloth if it's left outside for too long.
  3. He used bleach to sanitize the kitchen countertops.
  4. She tried to bleach her hair blonde but it turned orange instead.
  5. The chlorine in the swimming pool can bleach your swimsuit over time.

Quotes

  • I never use bleach. It eats holes in everything.
  • I use bleach for whites and vinegar for colors. It's cheaper and it works.
  • Bleach is a great cleaning agent, but it's also a dangerous chemical if not used properly.

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