sterility
Definitions
The state or quality of being unable to produce offspring or vegetation.
The absence of living microorganisms, typically achieved through sterilization.
A lack of creativity, originality, or emotional depth.
Examples
The surgeon emphasized the importance of maintaining absolute sterility in the operating room.
The sterility of the laboratory environment is essential for conducting accurate microbiological experiments.
The harsh chemicals used in the cleaning process ensured the complete sterility of the medical equipment.
Synonyms
barrenness infecundity unfruitfulness infertility emptiness desolation aridity
Antonyms
fertility fecundity fruitfulness productivity prolificacy abundance richness