1. to make something seem unnatural or artificial; to strip of natural qualities or character
Usage: British spelling (American: denaturalizes); third person singular present tense
2. to remove the natural properties from a substance, especially alcohol, by adding chemicals
Usage: chemistry/industrial context; British spelling (American: denaturalizes)

Examples

• The heavy editing denaturalises the original film, removing its authentic charm.
• Excessive makeup denaturalises her appearance and makes her look unrecognizable.
• The factory denaturalises the alcohol to prevent human consumption.
• Modern technology denaturalises our relationship with the natural world.
• The translation denaturalises the poet's original voice and intent.
• Chemical additives denaturalise the food, stripping away its nutritional value.