insecticidal
adjective
in·sec·ti·cid·al
(ˌ)in-ˌsek-tə-ˈsī-dᵊl 
1
: destroying or controlling insects
2
: of or relating to an insecticide
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To control them, use an insecticidal soap, but be sure to spray underneath the leaves.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 May 2026
Typically, insecticidal soap is a safe option when treating these pests.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 27 May 2026
Many pest problems in home gardens respond well to organic products such as neem oil or insecticidal soap.
—Lauren David, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2026
Control aphids feeding in new shoots with an insecticidal soap spray.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 May 2026
Typically, insecticidal soap is a safe option when treating these pests.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 27 May 2026
Many pest problems in home gardens respond well to organic products such as neem oil or insecticidal soap.
—Lauren David, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2026
Control aphids feeding in new shoots with an insecticidal soap spray.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for insecticidal
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“Insecticidal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/insecticidal. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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