ANTIBACTERIAL Synonyms: 84 Similar and Opposite Words

antibacterial

adjective

Definition of antibacterial next

as in antibiotic

able to kill bacteria Please use an antibacterial soap to wash your hands.

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Recent Examples of antibacterial These biocides are added to many common household products, including antibacterial hand soaps, disinfecting wipes, spray cleaners, laundry sanitizers, textiles and personal care products, the researchers noted. —

Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 8 Apr. 2026 May Have Antiviral and Antibacterial Properties Cloves contain compounds that have antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties. —

Jillian Kubala, Health, 5 Mar. 2026 For periodontitis, your dentist may give you an antibacterial mouth rinse. —

Erin Meanley, Parents, 5 Mar. 2026 Mugwort is another traditional Korean ingredient known to be anti-inflammatory and antibacterial. —

Charlotte Cho, Allure, 1 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for antibacterial

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Adjective

Doctors say premature births are increasing as an antibiotic shortage leads to rising infections.

— The Week US, TheWeek, 20 Apr. 2026
Acme employs 400 people in the United States making products such as alcohol prep pads, antibiotic creams and hand sanitizers.

— Bart Jansen, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026