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

This foot spray is ideal for those who suffer from foot odor due to recurring fungal infections in the skin and nails. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Aug. 2026

Community soil scientists Lynn Fang and Daisy Rosas Vargas will teach students how to fill a mesh sock with compost, microbes and fungal mycelium to remediate home soil. — Pedro Moura, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026

During the summer rainy season plants may be affected by fungal leaf spots and mildew. — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2026

The fungal growth was found in bathrooms and the concession room, and low levels of mold were found in the cafeteria. — Garrett Behanna, CBS News, 15 Aug. 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