Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Small single-celled organisms that can be found in various environments, some of which can cause infections or diseases, while others are beneficial.
Bacteria
/bækˈtɪəriə/Synonyms:
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Examples:
The doctor prescribed antibiotics to kill the bacteria.
Bacteria thrive in warm and moist environments.
Probiotics can help balance the bacteria in your gut.
Etymology:
The term "bacteria" comes from the Latin word bacterium (singular), derived from the Greek ‘baktērion’, meaning "little stick" or "rod". First used with its modern biological sense in the 19th century.
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