germicidal

adjective

Definition of germicidalnext
as in antibacterial

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Recent Examples of germicidal Some researchers are similarly enthusiastic about the promise of germicidal lighting. — Jacob Stern, The Atlantic, 13 Oct. 2022 In those, schools could consider turning to HEPA filters or germicidal UV, Bahnfleth said. — Stephanie Gosk, NBC News, 17 Aug. 2022 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, 8 Mar. 2023 See All Example Sentences for germicidal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for germicidal
  1. antibacterial
  2. antiseptic
  3. antibiotic
  4. sanitary
  5. hygienic
  6. aseptic
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  • The leaves and fruit, which studies show have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties, are also used to treat chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease.
    — Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 June 2026
  • The monochrome suede upper gives them an expensive feel, while the antibacterial top cloth helps keep sweaty summer feet a little fresher—an underrated bonus.
    — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 23 June 2026
Definition of antibacterial
Adjective
  • For otherwise healthy mouths without an active infection, daily antiseptic rinsing may be worth reconsidering in favor of standard brushing and flossing.
    — Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 July 2026
  • Except for the unfettered devotion in the latter is replaced by swooping strings and a gushy chorus that merely offer an antiseptic veneer.
    — Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 18 June 2026
Definition of antiseptic
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  • Cyclosporiasis is treated with the oral antibiotic trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX), commonly sold as Bactrim, Septra and Cotrim, taken for 10 days, according to the CDC.
    — Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 6 July 2026
  • Cyclosporiasis can be treated with a combination antibiotic, Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole.
    — Eva Flowe July 6, Charlotte Observer, 6 July 2026
Definition of antibiotic
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  • The temporary power outage caused a sanitary sewer overflow on Patapsco Avenue, which was quickly slowed by DPW's Utility Maintenance Division, officials stated.
    — Adam Thompson, CBS News, 10 June 2026
  • After all, there are so many basic areas to wipe down weekly just to keep your home organized and sanitary from the week's use.
    — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 7 June 2026
Definition of sanitary
Adjective
  • Any waste materials were removed regularly to maintain hygienic conditions.
    — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 1 July 2026
  • This inexpensive folding brush with a mirror stays in its own hygienic bag in your carry-on ready to save you from looking like you just came in from a wild night out.
    — Carin Ryan, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026
Definition of hygienic
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  • The color grading may be warm, but the blocking and understanding of bodies reveals the film to be an aseptic exercise.
    — Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 3 Apr. 2026
  • Amanda’s mother seems to activate when given the chance to paint at a nursing home, an aseptic and terrible place for which everyone in the family seems to be awkwardly auditioning.
    — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 17 Feb. 2026
Definition of aseptic

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“Germicidal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/germicidal. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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