vibrionic

/vaɪbroʊˈnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or denoting a hypothetical type of infectious agent that is transmitted by vibration, especially sound waves.

“The scientist studied the vibrionic properties of the disease-causing bacteria.”

2. noun

a hypothetical infectious agent transmitted by vibration, especially sound waves.

“The discovery of vibrionic organisms revolutionized the field of microbiology.”

Synonyms

  • acoustic
  • sonic

Antonyms

  • non-sonic
  • non-vibrionic