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germproof

adjective

Definition of germproofnext
as in beneficial

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for germproof
  1. beneficial
  2. stainless
  3. spotless
  4. pristine
  5. unsullied
  6. healthful
  7. unsoiled
  8. squeaky-clean
Adjective
  • Unlocking the full benefits of fiber More focused research is needed to understand more about the types of fiber that are beneficial to health, in what doses, and in what combinations.
    — Jean Liew, Fortune, 28 Sep. 2026
  • The new standard is cold water for everything, including towels, except when warm or hot water is beneficial or necessary.
    — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of beneficial
Adjective
  • After aging, the tequila spent 30 days in stainless-steel vats to aerate and settle before bottling.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2026
  • In the office on the lower level, a showroom for Atwood’s vast collection of fashion books, the team enlisted German designer Frederik Fialin to build a room within the room using surgical-grade stainless-steel shelving.
    — Matt Goulet, Architectural Digest, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of stainless
Adjective
  • The housekeeping staff was incredibly on top of things, and the room always looked spotless.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Over time, that buildup can actually dull the finish and make the whole room feel less clean, even if everything else is spotless.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of spotless
Adjective
  • Their sound profile, while not as neutral and pristine as their sibling’s, is still excellent, delivering crisp and lively audio that matches up with almost any other entry on this list.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Next, save 20% on the premium Logitech G Astro A50 gaming headset, packing pristine wireless audio and multi-platform connectivity.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of pristine
Adjective
  • In Lee Cronin’s The Mummy, evil is a native sickness that contaminates an otherwise perfect, unsullied child of empire.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2026
  • But the prosecutor leading the case against the Tates, Rareș Stan, had an unsullied reputation.
    — Heidi Blake, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
Definition of unsullied
Adjective
  • This is not a medical spa and therefore there is no nutrition concept, but healthful snacks like fruit grown on property and nuts are available in the changing spaces, hydrotherapy zone and the relaxation rooms.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026
  • As more people choose to stay in their homes longer, homeowners are looking for ways to create spaces that support and enhance healthful living with longevity in mind.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of healthful
Adjective
  • That performance turned out to be her best yet, pants unsoiled.
    — Carrie Battan, Vulture, 15 Jan. 2026
Definition of unsoiled
Adjective
  • Despite the defendant’s apparent squeaky-clean life, ADA Martin-Klein implored the judge not to give Santiago a second chance.
    — Rebecca White, New York Daily News, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Bowe advised using a gentle cleanser so skin does not feel squeaky-clean afterward, swapping gritty scrubs for hydrating exfoliating serums and skipping fragrances and essential oils.
    — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of squeaky-clean
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“Germproof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/germproof. Accessed 30 Sep. 2026.

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