germicidal

adjective

Definition of germicidalnext
as in antibacterial

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Recent Examples of germicidal Humans have known for over a hundred years that UV radiation can kill deadly germs, and hospitals have used germicidal 254-nm UVC to sterilize objects for decades. — IEEE Spectrum, 8 Mar. 2023 Some researchers are similarly enthusiastic about the promise of germicidal lighting. — Jacob Stern, The Atlantic, 13 Oct. 2022 In those, schools could consider turning to HEPA filters or germicidal UV, Bahnfleth said. — Stephanie Gosk, NBC News, 17 Aug. 2022 Even with caution, accidental exposure of germicidal ultraviolet light can occur, leaving people at risk for painful burns and scarring. — William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 2 May 2022 See All Example Sentences for germicidal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for germicidal
  1. antibacterial
  2. antiseptic
  3. antibiotic
  4. sanitary
  5. hygienic
  6. aseptic
Adjective
  • Scale back sulfur-rich foods, pour more water, build meals around fruits and vegetables, and keep a consistent bathing routine with antibacterial soap.
    — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Cleveland Clinic says the most effective prevention is a consistent and thorough bathing routine with regular showers and antibacterial soap focused on areas where apocrine glands sit, like the groin and armpits.
    — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of antibacterial
Adjective
  • The contents depend on the traveler and the trip, but useful items include pain and fever medicine, bandages, antiseptic, oral rehydration salts, loperamide, antihistamine and anything prescribed specifically for the trip.
    — Andrés Henao, The Conversation, 27 Oct. 2026
  • The report quoted Shipilova's neighbors as saying a team of disinfection experts did several cleanups of her apartment, leaving a strong antiseptic smell.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of antiseptic
Adjective
  • That’s thanks to a combination of antibiotic development, scientific understanding and luck.
    — Faye Flam, Scientific American, 27 Oct. 2026
  • Findings could inform future antibiotic research The study examined one family of peptide-producing enzymes.
    — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of antibiotic
Adjective
  • Attempting to de-escalate the scare, Rospotrebnadzor declared the regional sanitary situation stable after secondary testing showed no traces of dangerous pathogens linked to Shipilova’s research.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 2026
  • As the war raged on, this makeshift countermeasure was replaced by more sanitary and effective innovations, including gauze pads soaked in hyposulfite solution, flannel hoods, tube helmets, and box respirators.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of sanitary
Adjective
  • Swimsuits without hygienic liners are ineligible for returns or exchanges.
    — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 27 Oct. 2026
  • Wash towels, sheets, and pet bowls on Friday to keep your home fresh and hygienic.
    — Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of hygienic
Adjective
  • The color grading may be warm, but the blocking and understanding of bodies reveals the film to be an aseptic exercise.
    — Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 3 Apr. 2026
  • Amanda’s mother seems to activate when given the chance to paint at a nursing home, an aseptic and terrible place for which everyone in the family seems to be awkwardly auditioning.
    — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 17 Feb. 2026
Definition of aseptic

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“Germicidal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/germicidal. Accessed 3 Nov. 2026.

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