fungal

adjective

fun·​gal ˈfəŋ-gəl 

1

: of, relating to, or having the characteristics of fungi

2

: caused by a fungus

a fungal skin disease

Examples of fungal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Fungal or Bacterial Stress Suzano says fungal or bacterial stress can be identified by its distinct brown or black leaf spots that may have a yellow halo around them or present with a white powder. — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026

People with a heightened sensitivity to fungal spores can have an allergic reaction. — Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 26 Sep. 2026

Veterinarians are still examining Osiris and conducting more testing for a range of fungal, bacterial and viral pathogens, the aquarium said. — Lila Hempel-Edgers, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2026

Glanville has been transparent about her financial situation after being diagnosed with a fungal infection, a type of antibiotic-resistant bacteria and more. — Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for fungal

• jungle
• antifungal

Kids Definition

fungal

adjective

fun·​gal ˈfəŋ-gəl 

1

: of, relating to, or resembling fungi

2

: caused by a fungus

a fungal skin disease

Medical Definition

fungal

adjective

fun·​gal ˈfəŋ-gəl 

1

: of, relating to, or having the characteristics of fungi

2

: caused by a fungus

fungal infections