pathogenic (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌpæθəˈdʒɛnɪk/

Definition

Causing or capable of causing disease.

Examples

• Certain bacteria are pathogenic and can lead to infections.

• The lab is studying the pathogenic effects of the virus on human cells.

• Researchers are developing treatments to combat pathogenic microorganisms.

How to Use pathogenic

pathogenic to (prepositional phrase)

Causing disease in a specific organism or group. — "Some strains of E. coli are pathogenic to humans."

Synonyms of pathogenic

Words with a similar meaning to pathogenic:

• infectious
• diseased
• virulent
• deleterious

Antonyms of pathogenic

Words with the opposite meaning to pathogenic:

• nonpathogenic
• benign

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