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prophylactic

adjective

/ˌprɒfɪˈlæktɪk/

Meaning

intended to prevent disease or an unwanted outcome; protective

The doctor prescribed a prophylactic treatment to prevent infection.

preventive, protective, precautionary, defensive, safeguarding

curative, therapeutic, harmful

prophylactic measure, prophylactic treatment, prophylactic use, prophylactic medicine

Conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease, especially by being clean.

joyful, celebratory, or suitable for a festival

Tending to cause harm; harmful or damaging.

Relating to things perceived through the senses as opposed to the mind; tangible or concrete.

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

Not in keeping with good taste and propriety; improper.