Definition

Relating to a substance that kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms, especially harmful ones.

Example

The new cleaning product is microbicidal, effectively eliminating bacteria and viruses on surfaces.

Conversation

Have you heard about that new hand sanitizer that is microbicidal?

Yeah, I read that it can kill a wide range of germs.

I think it’s great that they’re making products that are more microbicidal these days.

Definitely! It's important to stay safe and healthy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Microbicidal → It is formed from "micro-" (from Greek "mikros", meaning small) and "cidal" (from Latin "caedere", meaning to kill). The word "microbicidal" refers to the ability to kill small organisms, particularly microbes.

Memory Tip

Think of 'small' ('micro-') and 'to kill' ('cidal') — this helps you remember that microbicidal means something that kills small organisms.

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