Adjuvant (Noun)
Meaning
An additive that enhances the effectiveness of medical treatment.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The vaccine was more effective when administered with an adjuvant that stimulated the immune system.
- Researchers are studying the use of adjuvants in cancer treatment to improve the body's response to chemotherapy.
- The new medication includes an adjuvant that helps the body absorb the active ingredients more efficiently.
- The adjuvant in the flu shot helps to boost the immune system's response to the vaccine.
- Scientists have discovered a natural adjuvant that can be used to enhance the effectiveness of certain antibiotics.