amoebicidal

/ˌæmɪ.bɪ.sɪˈdæl/; /ˌæmɪˈbiː.sɪd.əl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or capable of destroying amoebae

“The amoebicidal properties of the new antibiotic made it a promising treatment for amoebiasis.”

2. adjective

killing or causing the death of amoebae

“The researcher studied the amoebicidal effects of the compound on various amoeba species.”

Synonyms

  • amoebacidal
  • amoebic

Antonyms

  • amoebophilous