PROPHYLACTIC
(noun, adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Prophylactic.
How to pronounce prophylactic:
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Prophylactic - as a noun
Remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease
Example: "The doctor recommended several preventatives"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
preventative20preventive18Prophylactic - as an adjective satellite
Capable of preventing conception or impregnation
Example: "Contraceptive devices and medications"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
antifertility19contraceptive22Warding off
Example: "The swastika...a very ancient prophylactic symbol occurring among all peoples"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cautionary15Preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease
Example: "Preventive medicine"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
preventative20preventive18Prophylactic - as an adjective
Serving to prevent or protect against an undesired effect, especially disease.
Example Sentences
"I always carry prophylactics with me when I travel."
"He bought a pack of prophylactics before going on his date."
"She handed out free prophylactics at the health fair."
"The school nurse provided students with prophylactics."
"The doctor recommended using prophylactics to prevent the spread of disease."
Word Game Points
Is PROPHYLACTIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prophylactic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PROPHYLACTIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 26.
Is PROPHYLACTIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prophylactic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPROPHYLACTIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 29.
Is PROPHYLACTIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prophylactic is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPROPHYLACTIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 30.
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