Synonyms of germs

germs

noun

plural of germ

as in origins

the source from which something grows or develops

this hastily scribbled equation on a cocktail napkin became the germ of a new scientific theory

Synonyms & Similar Words

• origins
• roots
• seed
• beginnings
• originations
• seedbeds
• geneses
• fountains
• wells
• fonts
• fountainheads
• starts
• wellsprings
• springs
• wellheads
• births
• creations
• inceptions
• onsets
• incipiencies
• commencements
• thresholds
• outsets
• mornings
• launches
• dawns
• inaugurations

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of germs

Turn up the heat only when grease, germs or heavy soil give you a specific reason. — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2026

If hot water will cause damage, use a laundry sanitizer in a cold or warm water cycle to eliminate germs and bacteria. — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2026

Scratching a mosquito bite can also break the skin barrier, allowing germs to enter the body more easily and increasing the risk of disease, Kumar notes. — Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 21 Sep. 2026

Their wavelike motion helps move around germs, mucus, dust, and other irritants so the body can dispel them via coughing or sneezing. — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 18 Sep. 2026

Regular washing removes allergens, germs, and buildup from skin, dust, and pet hair. — Sheila Kim, The Spruce, 18 Sep. 2026

What separates countries is not the germs themselves but the resources available to tackle them, Deng added. — Laura Sharman, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2026

In August 2025, Health and Human Services also scaled down the Foodborne Diseases Active Surveillance Network, known as FoodNet, which tracks food poisoning cases, slashing mandatory surveillance of six major germs, including cyclospora. — Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 4 Sep. 2026

Key Takeaways Clean your bathroom weekly to prevent germs and make the process more manageable. — Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2026