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sterilized

[ˈsterəlaɪzd]

sterilized Definition

  • 1cleaned and made free from bacteria or other microorganisms
  • 2made incapable of reproduction

Using sterilized: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sterilized" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The surgical instruments were sterilized before the operation.

  • Example

    The milk has been pasteurized and sterilized to kill any bacteria.

  • Example

    The cat was sterilized to prevent unwanted litters.

sterilized Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sterilized

Antonyms for sterilized

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Summary: sterilized in Brief

The term 'sterilized' [ˈsterəlaɪzd] refers to something that has been cleaned and made free from bacteria or other microorganisms, or made incapable of reproduction. It is often used in medical and scientific contexts, such as 'The surgical instruments were sterilized before the operation.' or 'The cat was sterilized to prevent unwanted litters.' Synonyms include 'sanitized' and 'disinfected,' while antonyms include 'contaminated' and 'infected.'