argentamin

/ɑrˌdʒɛntəˈmin/

Definitions

1. noun

A chemical compound containing an argentum (silver) atom, specifically a silver-based compound used in medicine, typically an antimalarial.

“Argentamin is a silver-based compound used to treat malaria in remote areas.”

Synonyms

  • antimalarial
  • silver compound

Antonyms

  • antibody inhibitor
  • malaria-causing agent