Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for antibacterial. Search instead for azotobacters.
Definitions

antibacterial

[an-tee-bak-teer-ee-uhl, an-tahy-] / ˌæn ti bækˈtɪər i əl, ˌæn taɪ- /


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.

It is commonly used as a preservative, an antibacterial agent, and in leather tanning.

From Science Daily • Feb. 3, 2026

Garlic has long been recognized as one of the most potent naturally occurring antibacterial and antifungal crops.

From Science Daily • Dec. 8, 2025

The scientists took samples of those plants, tested them and discovered most had antibacterial properties.

From BBC • May 14, 2025

Studies support these claims, showing that probiotics like Lactobacillus can help with acne by producing antibacterial compounds that inhibit C. acnes and by reducing inflammation.

From Slate • Feb. 22, 2025

There, a nurse let me wash up with antibacterial soap.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover




Vocabulary lists containing antibacterial


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "antibacterial" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com