prebiotic

/priːˈbaɪ.ɒtɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

relating to or produced by organisms before the evolution of life, or a substance that promotes the growth of beneficial microorganisms in the gut

“The prebiotic fiber in the cereal helped support the growth of healthy gut bacteria.”

Synonyms

  • microbial
  • prebiological

Antonyms

  • antimicrobial