Antifungal (Adjective)
Meaning
Capable of destroying fungi.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The doctor prescribed an antifungal cream to treat the athlete's foot infection.
- Tea tree oil has antifungal properties that can help soothe and calm fungal skin irritations.
- The antifungal medication was effective in clearing up the ringworm infection on the child's scalp.
- The antifungal spray was used to treat the mold and mildew growing on the bathroom walls.
- The antifungal ointment was applied to the wound to prevent fungal infections from developing.