What does GERMY mean?

Germy

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Containing or infected with germs or microorganisms that can cause disease.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈdʒɜrmi/; UK: /ˈdʒɜːmi/

Origin and Usage: The word "germy" is derived from the noun "germ" which comes from the Latin word "germen" meaning "sprout" or "bud". The adjective form of "germ" is used to describe something that is contaminated with germs or microorganisms that can cause disease. The usage of "germy" has been increasing in recent years due to the global COVID-19 pandemic.

Synonyms: Infected, contaminated, diseased, unclean, unsanitary.

Related Words: Germs, germs, gummy, gemmy, gimpy.

Example Sentences:

• Wash your hands regularly to prevent the spread of germy bacteria.
• The doctor advised her to avoid touching germy surfaces in public places.
• He caught a cold from his germy coworker who didn cover their mouth while coughing.
• The restaurant was shut down due to reports of germy conditions in the kitchen.