Synonyms for

Antibacterial

Verb / ˌænti:bæˈktɪri:ʌl / Another word for antibacterial — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Antibacterial means able to kill or stop the growth of bacteria.

Synonyms & similar words

bactericide antibacterialdrug antimicrobial antiseptic germicidal disinfectant sanitizing cleansing purifying sterilizing aseptic bactericidal microbicidal microbistatic bacteriostatic microbic microbiological microbicide microorganism sterilant virucidal fungicidal

Example sentences

  1. The doctor prescribed an antibacterial medicine for my ear infection.
  2. I always use antibacterial wipes to clean my kitchen counters.
  3. Antibacterial hand gel is important to use when you can't wash your hands with soap and water.
  4. Using an antibacterial mouthwash can help prevent cavities and gum disease.
  5. Antibacterial cleaners are great for cleaning the bathroom and killing germs.

Quotes

  • Cleanliness and order are not matters of instinct; they are matters of education, and like most great things, you must cultivate a taste for them. - Benjamin Disraeli
  • Hygiene is two thirds of health. - Lebanese Proverb
  • Cleanliness becomes more important when godliness is unlikely. - P. J. O'Rourke

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