1
as in tidy
being clean and in good order
known for keeping a strenuously antiseptic kitchen, the floor of which does indeed seem fit for eating off of
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2
as in pristine
free from dirt or stain
for such an expensive, elegant Sunday brunch, one would expect the attendants at the buffet tables to be professionally attired in starched, antiseptic white jackets
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as in icy
lacking in friendliness or warmth of feeling
an antiseptic assessment of the chances of survival for the ailing patient
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as in antibiotic
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Recent Examples of antiseptic
Kent Russell, Harper's Magazine, 28 Feb. 2025
This Disney+ original, which was a high-profile launch title for the streaming service, gets points for casting real-life rescue dogs rather than relying solely on antiseptic CGI replicas.
—Josh Bell, Vulture, 21 Mar. 2025
Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 14 Jan. 2025
After the successful elective surgery ― prior to anesthesia or antiseptics and involving a 22-pound growth ― Crawford lived for another three decades, and her son Thomas became mayor of Louisville.
—The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
Josh smelled faintly antiseptic again, and Suzie walked with her keys in her right fist.
—Kent Russell, Harper's Magazine, 28 Feb. 2025
This Disney+ original, which was a high-profile launch title for the streaming service, gets points for casting real-life rescue dogs rather than relying solely on antiseptic CGI replicas.
—Josh Bell, Vulture, 21 Mar. 2025
Noun
My local gym dispenses antiseptic wipes for cleaning the equipment; these are tissues soaked in benzalkonium chloride, a QAC.
—Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 14 Jan. 2025
After the successful elective surgery ― prior to anesthesia or antiseptics and involving a 22-pound growth ― Crawford lived for another three decades, and her son Thomas became mayor of Louisville.
—The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for antiseptic
Adjective
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The whole process should take 15 or 20 minutes total and will go a long way in keeping it tidy.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 May 2025
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Inside, four shelves help keep things tidy, and the lockable door means your stuff stays yours.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
8 May 2025
Adjective
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Light pollution is the enemy of dark skies, and Teton County’s small, low light-impact communities help keep night skies pristine.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2025
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Brimming with tiny hummingbirds and mighty bison alike, the North Rim is a living reminder of the Grand Canyon of yore, immersing guests into the pristine habitats that were once widespread across the western United States.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
Adjective
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Stock tip: Migrate to icier territories… Aston Villa 6/1 Last five results: WLWWW A two-goal deficit to overcome in the Champions League quarter-final return leg against Paris Saint-Germain next week likely spells the end of Villa’s European aspirations.—
Brett Koremenos,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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The relationship between Ye and Cole has been icy for some time.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
2 Apr. 2025
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The infection was still present for two weeks after surgery, so Hagarty needed to take oral antibiotics for a whole month.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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While deaths associated with bacterial superbugs are higher than those linked with fungi, there are hundreds of antibiotics available to treat bacteria, while there are only about 17 antifungal drugs currently in use, according to the CDC.—
Jade Walker,
CNN Money,
7 May 2025
Adjective
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The alternative to traditional Medicare promises all the benefits of traditional Medicare in one neat private package.—
Juliette Madrigal,
Boston Herald,
12 May 2025
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In a neat touch, screens simulate a window showing views of the Moon.—
Adam Williams
May 11,
New Atlas,
11 May 2025
Adjective
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The rooms are immaculate but lifeless, albeit with a surfeit of gold leaf.—
Peter Rutland,
The Conversation,
9 May 2025
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Monica and Joey had immaculate vibes in the pods, and that bubbly energy never really went away.—
Charlotte Walsh,
Vulture,
5 May 2025
Adjective
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Distributors — dear friends and colleagues — lament the same familiar woes: not enough films, or too many; the best titles are overpriced; the coffee is terrible; the weather is unbearable — too hot, too cold or both.—
Martin Moszkowicz,
Deadline,
17 May 2025
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The company specializes in cold cases and uses genealogy.—
Lucia I Suarez Sang,
CBS News,
16 May 2025
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The big three injectable prescription weight loss medicines: Ozempic, Victoza, and Wegovy.—
Kate Knibbs,
Wired News,
15 May 2025
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Laughter is truly the best medicine for stress and anxiety.—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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“Antiseptic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/antiseptic. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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