What is another word for viricide?
Pronunciation: [vˈɪɹɪsˌa͡ɪd] (IPA) 
A viricide is a substance that is capable of killing viruses and preventing their growth. There are several synonyms that can be used to describe a viricide. These include antiviral, virucidal, virus killing, and anti-infective. Other terms that can be used to describe substances that kill viruses include disinfectant, sanitizer, and germicide. These terms are often used interchangeably, but they all refer to substances that are designed to kill or eliminate harmful microorganisms, including viruses. Regardless of the term used, the primary goal of any viricide is to eliminate viral infections and prevent their spread.
