adverb
- in a manner that prevents infection by destroying or inhibiting the growth of microorganisms
- in a manner that is extremely clean, sterile, or lacking warmth and human feeling
Examples
- The surgical instruments were antiseptically cleaned before the operation.
- The hospital room was antiseptically white and bare.
- She spoke antiseptically about the tragedy, without any emotional expression.
- The wound was antiseptically treated to prevent infection.
- The office was decorated antiseptically, with no personal touches or warmth.
- Medical staff handled the samples antiseptically to maintain sterility.