What is another word for germ-free?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɜːmfɹˈiː] (IPA) 
Germ-free is a term that refers to the state of being completely free from bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms that can cause illnesses. There are several synonyms for this word, such as sterile, sanitized, disinfected, purged, and cleansed. Sterile refers to the elimination of all living organisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi, from a surface or environment. Sanitized is the term used when an object or space has been cleaned with chemicals that kill germs. Disinfected refers to the process of killing or removing harmful microorganisms from a surface or space. Purged means to remove harmful microorganisms from the body. Finally, cleansed denotes removing dirt, grime, and impurities from a surface or environment.
