bacterious

/bækˈtɪəriəs/; /bækˈtɪriəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Producing or causing bacteria; promoting the growth of bacteria.

“The moist environment was bacterious, making it ideal for bacterial growth.”

2. noun

A substance or condition that promotes the growth of bacteria.

“The bacterious properties of the soil made it unsuitable for gardening.”

Synonyms

  • bacterial
  • germic
  • infectious

Antonyms

  • nonpathogenic
  • sterile