antidotal

adjective

an·​ti·​dot·​al ˌan-ti-ˈdō-tᵊl How to pronounce antidotal (audio)
: of, relating to, or acting as an antidote
antidotally adverb

Examples of antidotal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web But methanol is more lethal, say the article authors, and methanol poisoning often requires antidotal therapy as well as supporting therapy and critical care. Claire Gillespie, Health.com, 23 June 2020 Ortiz recommended people in areas where the epidemic is centered should be carrying the antidotal substance Narcan or naloxone. Fox News, 4 Oct. 2019 In the context of Asia’s growing affluence, aging—a process many consumers around the world approach with fear and loathing, and attempt to fend off with expensive creams, supplements, and all manner of antidotal services—has taken on a new appeal. Catherine Feliciano-Chon, Quartz, 29 July 2019

These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'antidotal.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Word History

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of antidotal was in 1646

Dictionary Entries Near antidotal

Cite this Entry

“Antidotal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/antidotal. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

antidotal

adjective
an·​ti·​dot·​al ˌant-i-ˈdōt-ᵊl How to pronounce antidotal (audio)
: of, relating to, or acting as an antidote
antidotally adverb

More from Merriam-Webster on antidotal

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!