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antiherpes

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈæntiˌhɜːr.pɪs/

KK: /ˈæntiˌhɜrpis/

adjective
Definition

Describing something that works against or prevents herpes infections.


Example

The new cream has antiherpes properties that help reduce outbreaks.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you heard about that new antiherpes cream?
Sloth B
Yeah, I read it can really help prevent outbreaks.
Sloth A
I think it's great that there are more antiherpes options available now.
Sloth B
Definitely! It gives people more control over their health.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
herpesic
antiviral
preventive
Antonyms
herpetic
infectious
contagious
Root Explanation

Antiherpes → It is formed from "anti-" (meaning against) and "herpes" (from Greek "herpes", meaning to creep or crawl, referring to the herpes virus). The word "antiherpes" means against the herpes virus, indicating a treatment or prevention method.

Memory Tip

Think of 'anti-' meaning against, and 'herpes' referring to the creeping virus — that's why antiherpes means something that works against the herpes virus.

Visually Confused Words
pantheress
antherless
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