viricidal

/vɪˈrɪsɪdəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

having the power to kill viruses

“The viricidal properties of the disinfectant made it an essential tool in the lab.”

2. noun

a substance or agent that kills or inactivates viruses

“The viricidal solution was applied to the surface to prevent the spread of the virus.”

Synonyms

  • antiviral
  • viralcidal

Antonyms

  • viral
  • virogenic