Definition

In a way that involves the use of a substance designed to kill insects.

Example

The crops were treated insecticidally to protect them from pests.

Conversation

Have you tried using that new spray to keep the bugs away?

No, I haven't. Does it work well?

Yeah, it claims to work insecticidally without harming plants.

That sounds great! I might give it a shot this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Insecticidally → It is formed from "insect" (from Latin *insectum*, meaning cut into or divided, referring to the segmented body of insects), "-icide" (from Latin *caedere*, meaning to kill), and "-ally" (meaning in a manner). The word describes something that acts in a manner that kills insects.

Memory Tip

Think of 'insect' as referring to creatures that are 'cut into' segments, and '-icide' meaning to 'kill'. So, 'insecticidally' means acting in a way that kills insects.

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