Antiviral
Pronunciation: /ˌæntiːˈvaɪrəl/
Antiviral (adjective)
- Used to stop or slow down viruses.
Examples
- The antiviral drug reduced the symptoms quickly.
- Antiviral treatments are essential during flu season.
Common collocations: antiviral medication, antiviral properties, antiviral effect, take an antiviral, prescribe an antiviral
Antiviral (noun)
- A drug that treats or prevents viral infections.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed an antiviral for the infection.
- Antivirals can help manage viral outbreaks.