germproof

adjective

Definition of germproofnext
as in beneficial

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  1. beneficial
  2. stainless
  3. spotless
  4. pristine
  5. unsullied
  6. healthful
  7. unsoiled
  8. squeaky-clean
Adjective
  • There's a lot of ways that greater regulatory scrutiny would really be beneficial and lead us to developing AI that's at the gold standard by weeding out some of the bad apples that have developed along the way.
    — Dana Taylor, USA Today, 27 July 2026
  • The use of glasses in the office are also beneficial from an accessibility perspective.
    — Cortney Harding, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of beneficial
Adjective
  • The stainless set perfectly sears salmon skin, and gives a quick char to green beans or any other sautéed veggie without mushing up the interior.
    — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 20 July 2026
  • The kitchen’s a windowed galley with a pass-through and breakfast bar, plus plenty of storage and Bosch stainless-steel appliances.
    — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 20 July 2026
Definition of stainless
Adjective
  • Many have spotless payment histories, pay more in rent than a mortgage would cost and have shown financial resilience by building businesses or sustaining long-term gig careers.
    — Efri Argaman, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • The travel center, which is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, has developed a cult-like following and is best known for a cute mascot who often boasts about its spotless, award-winning restrooms.
    — Natassia Paloma, USA Today, 25 July 2026
Definition of spotless
Adjective
  • The property also partners with the Ibiza Preservation Fund to help protect the Formentera’s famously pristine waters.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
  • Then customers can take a seat at a brown banquette and pristine white marble tables, dine at the bar or on the patio near the wine window.
    — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
Definition of pristine
Adjective
  • But the prosecutor leading the case against the Tates, Rareș Stan, had an unsullied reputation.
    — Heidi Blake, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
  • For those who have lost everything so others can appear unsullied, the only recourse may be getting what they’re owed in blood.
    — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 3 June 2026
Definition of unsullied
Adjective
  • Lots of hardy veg ensure that this meal will be satisfying and healthful.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 9 July 2026
  • The couple has a passion for healthful eating and taking care of the environment, providing for the land that provides for them, as Hakenah Hulitt put it.
    — Amy Lavalley, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 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
  • Candidates are expected to have maintained a squeaky-clean image since their conviction.
    — Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 7 July 2026
  • In stark contrast, Boone captured the All-American crowd with his squeaky-clean image, cardigans, and signature white buck shoes.
    — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 26 June 2026
Definition of squeaky-clean
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“Germproof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/germproof. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

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