PROPHYLACTICS
(noun, adj.sat)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Prophylactics.
Prophylactics - as a noun
Remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease
Example: "The doctor recommended several preventatives"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
preventative20preventive18Prophylactics - 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)
preventative20preventive18Example Sentences
"I bought a pack of prophylactics from the drugstore."
"The school distributed free prophylactics to promote safe sex."
"Doctors recommend using prophylactics to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections."
"He always carries a few prophylactics in his wallet, just in case."
"The article discussed the different types of prophylactics available in the market."
Word Game Points
Is PROPHYLACTICS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prophylactics is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PROPHYLACTICS has a SCRABBLE points total of 27.
Is PROPHYLACTICS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prophylactics is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPROPHYLACTICS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 30.
Is PROPHYLACTICS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prophylactics is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPROPHYLACTICS has a WORDFEUD points total of 31.
