adjective
- capable of killing bacteria
Usage: medical; scientific
Examples
- The new soap contains bactericidal agents that eliminate harmful germs.
- Doctors prescribed a bactericidal antibiotic to treat the severe infection.
- The hospital uses bactericidal cleaning solutions to maintain sterile conditions.
- UV light has bactericidal properties that can disinfect surfaces.
- The bactericidal effect of the medication was evident within hours.
- Laboratory tests confirmed the bactericidal activity of the compound.