antibiotic
word
Definition
A medicine that kills or stops the growth of bacteria, used to treat bacterial infections.
Usage & Nuances
'Antibiotic' is countable: 'an antibiotic,' 'antibiotics.' Only effective against bacteria, not viruses like colds or the flu. Common phrase: 'broad-spectrum antibiotic' (works against many types of bacteria). Misuse or overuse can cause resistance.
Spanish: antibióticoPortuguese (BR): antibióticoPortuguese (PT): antibióticoChinese (Simplified): 抗生素Chinese (Traditional): 抗生素Hindi: एंटीबायोटिकArabic: مضاد حيوي
Example Sentences
My doctor gave me an antibiotic for my infection.
basic
You should finish all your antibiotic pills.
basic
Antibiotics do not help with the common cold.
basic
She started to feel better two days after taking the antibiotic.
natural
Some people are allergic to a certain antibiotic.
natural
The doctor said not to share your antibiotic with anyone else.
natural