Definition

Relating to or causing the destruction of bacteria.

Example

The bacteriolytic properties of the new antibiotic were impressive in laboratory tests.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new bacteriolytic treatment they developed?

Yeah, I read something about it! It sounds promising for infections.

Right? It's great that they are focusing on bacteriolytic solutions.

Absolutely, it's a game changer for antibiotic resistance.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bacteriolytic → It is formed from "bacterium" (from Greek "bakterion", meaning rod or staff, referring to the shape of bacteria) and "lytic" (from Greek "lytikos", meaning able to dissolve or destroy). The word describes something that is able to dissolve or destroy bacteria.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bacterium' as referring to tiny rod-shaped organisms and 'lytic' meaning to dissolve or destroy — together, they describe something that can destroy bacteria.

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