Antiviral Definition

ăntē-vīrəl, ăntī-
anti-viral
adjective
Capable of checking the growth or effect of a virus.
Webster's New World
Of or relating to antivirus software.
American Heritage
Eliminating or inhibiting the effectiveness of viruses.
American Heritage
Destroying or inhibiting the growth and reproduction of viruses.
American Heritage Medicine

(medicine) Inhibiting the growth and reproduction of a virus.

Wiktionary
noun
An antiviral drug.
American Heritage Medicine
Synonyms:
  • antiviral drug
  • antiviral agent

Other Word Forms of Antiviral

Noun

Singular:
antiviral
Plural:
antivirals

Origin of Antiviral

  • anti- +‎ viral

    From Wiktionary

Antiviral Sentence Examples

  • Echinacea stimulates certain white blood cells and has antiviral, antibacterial as well as anti-inflammatory properties.

  • Garlic makes a delicious addition to a number of culinary dishes - as does Onion which also has valuable antibacterial and antiviral properties.

  • Some have antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial, and antitumor properties.

  • If the cat has corneal ulcers, your vet may prescribe antiviral eye drops.

  • Not only is tea tree oil antifungal, antibacterial, and antiviral, but it also works with the body to strengthen the entire immune system.

More Sentences

Related Articles

Find Similar Words

Find similar words to antiviral using the buttons below.

Words Starting With

AANANT

Words Ending With

LALRAL

Unscrambles

antiviral

Words Starting With A and Ending With L

Starts With A & Ends With LStarts With AN & Ends With LStarts With A & Ends With AL

Word Length

9 Letter Words9 Letter Words Starting With A9 Letter Words Ending With L