antitoxic

/ˌæntɪˈɒksɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or capable of preventing or counteracting the effects of a toxin

“The antitoxic properties of the medication helped to save the patient’s life.”

2. noun

a substance or treatment that prevents or counteracts the effects of a toxin

“The doctor administered an antitoxic serum to the patient to neutralize the poison.”

Synonyms

  • antidote
  • counterpoison

Antonyms

  • harmful
  • toxic