viruscide

/ˈvɪərˌsɪsaɪd/ or /ˈvɪərsɪsaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A substance or agent that kills or inactivates viruses; a chemical or biological agent that destroys or neutralizes viruses.

“The lab used a viruscide to inactivate the virus for further study.”

Synonyms

  • antiviral
  • virocide

Antonyms

  • pathogen promoter
  • viral accelerator