Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for antiseptic. Search instead for antisepticall.
Definitions

antiseptic

[an-tuh-sep-tik] / ˌæn təˈsɛp tɪk /




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.

If possible, wash the wound with soap and water; avoid using antiseptic wipes, which may irritate the wound.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

Mark Joseph Stern: It sounds antiseptic, but it’s absolutely atrocious.

From Slate • Feb. 28, 2026

In an age before antiseptic, opening up the body almost always led to infection and death.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

But these once surefire hits have never been so limp and antiseptic.

From Salon • Jul. 7, 2025

The nurse who dabs my arm with antiseptic is breathless and looks around at all the activity instead of at my wound.

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth




Vocabulary lists containing antiseptic