bactericidal

Speech parts

1. bactericidal - Noun

2. bactericidal - Adjective

3. bactericidal - Adjective Satellite

Meaning

Destructive of bacteria.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

germicidal disinfectant antibacterial bacteriocidal pure clean sterile sanitary sterilization antiseptic aseptic prophylactic antibiotic bactericide germicide
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Antonyms

bacillus taken impure affected bacteria bacterial
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Phrases with the word

bactericidal spray bactericidal activity

Examples

Germicidal and antimicrobial applications main seeAlso The bactericidal properties of brass have been observed for centuries, particularly in marine environments where it prevents biofouling. Source: Internet

Bactericidal activities of health-promoting, food-derived powders against the foodborne pathogens Escherichia coli, Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella enterica, and Staphylococcus aureus. Source: Internet

As a result, the bactericidal action of β-lactam antibiotics is further enhanced. Source: Internet

At high concentrations, bacteriostatic agents are often bactericidal against some susceptible organisms The ultimate guide to treatment of any infection must be clinical outcome. Source: Internet

Bacteriostatic agents have been effectively used for treatment that are considered to require bactericidal activity. Source: Internet

However, this can vary depending on the species of bacteria. citation In general, combinations of a bacteriostatic antibiotic and bactericidal antibiotic are antagonistic. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

bacterially bacterian bacteric bactericidal activity bactericidal spray bactericidally