vulnific

/ˈvʌlnɪfɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

causing or capable of causing lesions or wounds

“The vulnific bacteria can cause severe infections in humans.”

2. noun

a wound or lesion

“The doctor carefully cleaned the vulnific area before applying a bandage.”

Synonyms

  • lesion
  • ulcer

Antonyms

  • benign
  • healing