endosporic

/ɛndəˈspɔrɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Producing or having endospores, typically in bacteria.

“Some bacteria are endosporic, allowing them to survive in harsh conditions.”

2. noun

An organism that is endosporic, typically a bacterium.

“The endosporic bacteria were found in the contaminated water sample.”

Synonyms

  • endospore-forming
  • sporulated

Antonyms

  • non-endosporic