Synonyms for

Microbial

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

Definition

Relating to or caused by microbes, especially bacteria.

Synonyms & similar words

microbic microbian microbic microorganismal microbicidal microbious microbical microorganismic microbe microbicidal microbian microorganismal microbious microbical microorganismic microbe microbicidal microbian microorganismal microbious microbical microorganismic

Synonyms by register

Formal

microscopic bacteriological virological mycological

Antonyms

large macro visible obvious macroscopic palpable

Common collocations

  • microbial contamination
  • microbial growth
  • microbial life
  • microbial world
  • microbial analysis
  • microbial diversity
  • microbial fuel cell

Word family

noun microbe
adverb microbially

Usage note

Primarily used in scientific and technical contexts. Refers to things related to microorganisms, which are typically too small to be seen without a microscope.

Example sentences

  1. 1. The microbial activity in the soil is important for plant growth.
  2. 2. The doctor prescribed an antibiotic to treat the microbial infection.
  3. 3. The scientist studied the microbial communities in the ocean.
  4. 4. The water treatment plant uses chemicals to kill microbial contaminants.
  5. 5. The food processing plant has strict guidelines for controlling microbial growth.

Quotes

  • 1. 'We are learning more about the microbial world every day, and it is clear that these tiny creatures play a vital role in the health of our planet.' - Bonnie Bassler
  • 2. 'The study of microbes has revealed that the diversity of life is far greater than we ever imagined.' - Carl Woese
  • 3. 'Microbes are not only the foundation of life but, in a very real sense, they are life itself.' - David Quammen

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