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sterile

adjective
/ˈstɛr.aɪl/

Meaning

Free from bacteria or other living microorganisms; incapable of producing offspring.

Example Sentences

The surgeon worked in a sterile environment to avoid infection.

Example Expressions

sterile debate

Synonyms

clean, germ-free, aseptic, barren, infertile

Antonyms

contaminated, fertile, dirty

Collocations

sterile environment, sterile instruments, sterile debate, sterile technique

Related Vocabularies

open to debate or argument; questionable
Unclear, misty, or not easy to see; also vague or uncertain.
feeling embarrassed or guilty because of one's actions
Relating to human existence, often concerning meaning or purpose of life.
আঠালো; চটচটে;
unusual or not normal

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