degermed
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪˈdʒɜːrmɛd/
KK: /dɪˈdʒɜrməd/
adjective
Definition
Having had germs removed or eliminated from it, making it clean and safe.
Example
The degermed surfaces in the kitchen help prevent the spread of bacteria.
Conversation
I just bought some new cleaning supplies that are completely degermed.
That sounds great! I love using products that are safe and clean.
Yeah, I feel much better knowing everything is degermed before I use it.
Absolutely! It makes a big difference in keeping the house healthy.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sterilized
sanitized
cleansed
Antonyms
contaminated
unclean
infected
verb
Definition
To remove germs or bacteria from something, making it clean and safe to use.
Example
The kitchen utensils were degermed before preparing the food.
Tense Forms
Past: degermed
Past Participle: degermed
Conversation
I just degermed the kitchen counters, and it looks so clean now!
That’s awesome! It’s so important to keep things hygienic.
Yeah, especially with everything going around these days.
Root Explanation
Degermed is formed from the prefix "de-" (meaning down or away) and the root "germ" (from Latin "germen", meaning sprout or bud). The word refers to the process of removing germs or bacteria, effectively taking them away or down to a non-harmful level.
Memory Tip
Think of 'de-' meaning to take away and 'germ' referring to harmful microorganisms. This helps you remember that 'degermed' means to have removed germs.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.