eradicant

/ˌɛrəˈdeɪnt/; /ˌɛrəˈdeɪkənt/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that eradicates something.

“The new pesticide proved to be a powerful eradant for the invasive weed.”

2. adjective

Tending or intended to eradicate something.

“The eradant policies of the government aimed to wipe out poverty in the country.”

Synonyms

  • eradicator
  • exterminator

Antonyms

  • conservationist
  • preserver