adjective

antibacterial

antibacterial

This is an antibacterial soap.

This is an antibacterial soap.

It has antibacterial properties.

It has antibacterial properties.

antibacterial ((noun)) describes something that destroys or inhibits bacteria Use an antibacterial wipe on the counter.

Synonyms: antiseptic, germicidal

`anti-` (against) + `bacterial` (relating to bacteria). Literally 'against bacteria'.

Break it down: 'anti' (against) + 'bacterial'. It fights *against bacteria*.

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