inoculable

/ɪnəkjʊˈleɪbəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

capable of being inoculated or treated with a vaccine or a microorganism to confer immunity

“The doctor said the new vaccine was inoculable and would protect against the deadly disease.”

2. noun

a substance that can be used to inoculate an organism

“The inoculable substance was carefully handled by the scientist to prevent contamination.”

Synonyms

  • inoculant
  • inoculum

Antonyms

  • infectious
  • virulent