antiviral
(adjective)
/ˌæn.tiˈvaɪ.rəl/
Definitions
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Acting to make a virus ineffective.
A sentinel against the invisible invaders, rendering them powerless in their invisible march.Example: The doctor prescribed an antiviral treatment for the flu.
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Designed to prevent, inhibit, or reduce viral infections.
Formulas of hope forged in scientific alchemy, shielding humanity from unseen adversaries.Example: Researchers are developing new antiviral drugs to combat the novel virus.
Origin
1960s: from anti- + viral, patterning after antibacterial.
Synonyms
virus-fighting, antivirus, virus-inhibiting
Antonyms
viral