antibiotic
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
This process, called horizontal gene transfer, allows bacteria to quickly share useful traits, including genes that help them survive antibiotic treatments.
From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2026
If bacteria stop growing, the antibiotic in that tube is effective.
From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026
Prof Robin May, chief scientific officer at the UKHSA, says its analysis offers "strong reassurance that our existing vaccinations and antibiotic treatment offer will be effective against this strain".
From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026
"So I hope people are reassured that we are managing it, antibiotic provision is there, we're standing up vaccination and general risk is low even if the disease itself is very serious."
From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026
The potential new antibiotic is found in the chemical secretions of cockroaches.
From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson
Vocabulary lists containing antibiotic
Power Prefix: Anti
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Words to Live By: Bio
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Four Power Prefixes: anti-, con-, inter-, and uni-.
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
