acaricide

The word “acaricide” has 4 syllables: a-car-i-cide.

It's pronounced as /əˈkærɪsaɪd/.


What is synonym and antonym for acaricide?

In the thesaurus, “acaricide” has 7 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for acaricide along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for acaricide

  • biopesticide
  • fungicide
  • germicide
  • herbicide
  • insecticide
  • pesticide
  • toxicant

Meanings of acaricide

  • noun
    1. Any substance which kills acarids (mites and ticks).

Example Sentences

  • Farmers use acaricides to control mite infestations on their crops.
  • The veterinary recommended an effective acaricide to treat the tick problem on the dog.
  • Researchers are studying new formulations of acaricides for safer application in agricultural settings.
  • Proper use of acaricides is essential to prevent the spread of diseases carried by ticks.
  • Environmentalists are concerned about the impact of acaricides on non-target species in ecosystems.

On this page you'll find 7 synonyms or another words to acaricide, such as: biopesticide, fungicide, germicide, herbicide, insecticide, pesticide, toxicant.

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