helminthic
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /hɛlˈmɪnθɪk/
KK: /hɛlˈmɪnθɪk/
adjective
Definition
Relating to worms, particularly those that are parasitic.
Example
The doctor prescribed a helminthic treatment to eliminate the parasitic infection.
Conversation
I was reading about some helminthic infections that affect humans.
Oh really? That sounds pretty concerning!
Yeah, I didn't know there were so many types of parasitic worms out there.
Me neither! It makes you think about how important hygiene is.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
parasitic
wormy
intestinal
Antonyms
nonparasitic
healthy
wholesome
noun
Definition
A substance that helps to remove or kill parasitic worms in the body.
Example
The doctor prescribed a helminthic to treat the patient's infection.
Conversation
I heard that some plants can act as a natural helminthic agent.
Really? I didn't know that! What kind of plants are you talking about?
Things like garlic and pumpkin seeds are said to help with that.
Root Explanation
Helminthic → It is derived from "helminth" (from Greek "helminthos", meaning worm) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "helminthic" refers to anything related to or caused by worms, particularly parasitic worms.
Memory Tip
Think of 'helminth' meaning 'worm' in Greek, and remember that 'helminthic' relates to things concerning worms.
Visually Confused Words
helianthic
enthelminthic
hemibenthic
antihelminthic
anthelmintic
platyhelminthic
helianthin