Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Infective Agent.
Infective Agent - as a noun
An agent capable of producing infection
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
infectious agentHypernyms (Closely Related)
agentHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The infective agent responsible for the common cold is a virus."
"Antibiotics are not effective against infective agents such as viruses."
"Scientists are still studying the exact nature of the infective agent causing the outbreak."
"Proper hand hygiene can help prevent the transmission of infective agents."
"The infective agent known as HIV attacks the immune system."