antifungal

Speech parts

1. antifungal - Noun

2. antifungal - Adjective

Meaning

any agent that destroys or prevents the growth of fungi

capable of destroying fungi

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

fungicide antimycotic fungicidal antifungal agent antimycotic agent agent protective antiseptic antidote preservative emetic antibiotic antibacterial antitussive nystatin

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Antonyms

foul infectious poisonous careless nasty contagious

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Hypernyms

agent

Hyponyms

gentian violet nystatin griseofulvin miconazole crystal violet Bordeaux mixture

Phrases with the word

antifungal solution antifungal drug antifungal gel antifungal compound antifungal medication antifungal ointment

Examples

Consider keeping antimicrobial lavender, disinfecting grapefruit, and antifungal tea tree oil on hand for added cleaning power. Source: Internet

Finally, synergistic preservative systems including caprylyl glycol and enzymatic compositions demonstrate enhanced antifungal, antibacterial and antimicrobial efficacy. Source: Internet

Creams, lotions, or powders are not effective against ringworm on the scalp, so Tinea capitis is typically treated with prescription antifungal medication taken by mouth for 1 to 3 months. Source: Internet

Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication. Source: Internet

If you have a severe infection or have frequent recurrences, your doctor may prescribe a longer course of treatment with Diflucan or other antifungal medications. Source: Internet

I’ve tried all the usual suspects eg, coal tar/ antifungal shampoo. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

antifundamentalism antifundamentalist antifunding antifungal activity antifungal agent antifungal bath