as in antibacterial
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for microbicidal
Adjective
-
This compact kit includes a mix of waterproof, antibacterial, and flexible bandages to cover whatever comes your way.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2025 -
Improves Curcumin Absorption Many studies have confirmed that curcumin in turmeric has anti-infection, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anticancer effects.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
8 May 2025
Adjective
-
The Whitney has a fumigation guy who uses a process called ultraviolet germicidal irradiation.—
Jake Offenhartz,
New Yorker,
21 Apr. 2025
-
Humans have known for over a hundred years that UV radiation can kill deadly germs, and hospitals have used germicidal 254-nm UVC to sterilize objects for decades.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
8 Mar. 2023
Adjective
-
After initial plans to develop a new antibiotic sputtered, the pair hired a handful of former Pharmacyclics employees and sent them on a quest to find a new cancer drug—anywhere in the world.—
Kerry A. Dolan,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
-
Treatment involves appendectomy and may include drainage of abscesses and extensive antibiotic therapy to manage infection and prevent further complications.9 Chronic Appendicitis Chronic appendicitis is long-term, low-grade inflammation of the appendix.—
Brandi Jones,
Health,
17 May 2025
Adjective
-
Chamomile Tea Chamomile has natural anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, which reduce inflammation and promote the healing of canker sores.—
Sarah Jividen,
Health,
17 May 2025
-
The natural antiseptic qualities of salt can reduce pain, swelling, and other burn symptoms.2 The use of warm water provides an additional benefit by improving tissue survival at the site of the burn, which can limit damage after the burn injury.3 2.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
-
In 2016, when the plight of a high school student who couldn’t afford sanitary pads using a shoe insole instead made national headlines, the city also added a program that gave underprivileged teenage girls cash for female hygiene products.—
Max Kim,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
-
If a state legislature passes a law requiring its restaurants to maintain safe and sanitary conditions, its members are not sitting around deciding the correct food-storage temperatures.—
Paisley Currah,
New Yorker,
27 May 2025
Adjective
-
Pros: The packaging keeps the formula stable and is more hygienic than a jar Cons: None This nourishing formula is a favorite among dermatologists.—
Deanna Pai,
Glamour,
28 May 2025
-
The texture is rich, so a little goes a long way; use a spatula to keep things hygienic and scoop out the necessary amount.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
21 Feb. 2025
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Cite this Entry
“Microbicidal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/microbicidal. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share