antipathogen

/æntɪˈpæθədʒən/

Definitions

1. noun

A substance or agent that counteracts or neutralizes the effects of a pathogen.

“The researchers studied the antipathogen properties of various plant extracts.”

2. noun

A person or thing that is opposed to a particular pathogen or disease-causing agent.

“The antipathogen program focused on developing treatments for antibiotic-resistant bacteria.”

Synonyms

  • antipathic agent
  • pathogen antagonist

Antonyms

  • pathogen
  • pathogenic agent