VIRICIDAL

Noun Verb Adjective

Definition

VIRICIDAL Capable of killing viruses; viricides are substances that kill viruses, viricidal is the present participle form, viricided is the past tense form, viricider is the agent noun form, viricidest is the superlative form, and viricidally is the adverb form. Rephrased: Able to destroy viruses; viricides are compounds that can eliminate viruses, with viricidal being the action form, viricided indicating past action,

Word Analysis

Usage and Context

The word VIRICIDAL can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon. Understanding words like this helps expand vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity and richness of the English language.

Learning Tip

Many words in the Scrabble dictionary originate from specialized fields (such as science, medicine, geography), historical periods, or other languages. Learning these words helps you understand how English has evolved over time and continues to incorporate new terms from around the world. Words like VIRICIDAL demonstrate the complexity and richness of English vocabulary.

Scrabble Information

Word: VIRICIDAL

Length: 9 letters

Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS

Status: Official Scrabble word

Usage

The word VIRICIDAL can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.