acapsular

/əˌkæpsʊˈlær/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or involving the lack or absence of a capsule or a capsular structure

“The acapsular bacteria were studied in a lab to understand their unique characteristics.”

2. adjective

not having a capsule or capsular structure

“Acapsular viruses are often more contagious than their capsular counterparts.”

3. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the absence of a capsule or capsular structure

“The acapsular nature of the bacteria made it more resistant to antibiotics.”

Synonyms

  • capsule-less
  • uncapsulated

Antonyms

  • capsular
  • encapsulated