antifungal
adjective
an·ti·fun·gal
ˌan-tē-ˈfəŋ-gəl 
ˌan-ˌtī-
ˌan-ˌtī-
: destroying fungi or inhibiting their growth : fungicidal, fungistatic
antifungal
noun
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In these instances, doctors can prescribe an antibiotic or antifungal cream or oral medication, or a stronger steroid ointment for severe inflammation.
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Erica Sweeney, Time, 16 July 2025
May Help Fight Infections Honey contains antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal properties, which could help fight infections.
—Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 14 July 2025
The little frogs had just been placed in an antifungal solution intended to eliminate the chytrid fungus, a deadly killer of amphibian species globally.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 11 June 2025
In Gold Country Wildlife Rescue's care, the bear cub received topical and environmental antifungal protocols; treatments for his ear infections, nutritional support; and supplements to support immune function, reduce inflammation, and restore skin and coat health, according to a news release.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 10 June 2025
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Erica Sweeney, Time, 16 July 2025
May Help Fight Infections Honey contains antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal properties, which could help fight infections.
—Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 14 July 2025
The little frogs had just been placed in an antifungal solution intended to eliminate the chytrid fungus, a deadly killer of amphibian species globally.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 11 June 2025
In Gold Country Wildlife Rescue's care, the bear cub received topical and environmental antifungal protocols; treatments for his ear infections, nutritional support; and supplements to support immune function, reduce inflammation, and restore skin and coat health, according to a news release.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 10 June 2025
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“Antifungal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/antifungal. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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antifungal
1 of 2 adjective
an·ti·fun·gal
ˌant-i-ˈfəŋ-gəl, ˌan-ˌtī-
: destroying fungi or inhibiting their growth : fungicidal, fungistatic
antifungal drugs
antifungal activity
antifungal therapy
antifungal
2 of 2 noun
: an antifungal agent
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