Pronunciation: /ˌeɪˈkæpsjʊlər/
adjective a term used to describe something that lacks a capsule or outer covering
A1 The acapsular bacteria were easily destroyed by antibiotics.
A2 The acapsular strain of the virus was less virulent than the encapsulated strain.
B1 The acapsular form of the disease is less severe and usually resolves on its own.
B2 Researchers are studying the acapsular variants of the pathogen to understand their mechanisms of infection.
C1 The acapsular phenotype of the bacteria allows them to evade the immune system more effectively.
C2 The acapsular nature of the pathogen presents challenges for vaccine development.
formal The bacteria was identified as acapsular, meaning it lacked a protective outer layer.
informal The doctor said the infection was caused by an acapsular strain of bacteria.
slang I heard that acapsular bugs are harder to treat with antibiotics.
figurative Her argument was acapsular, lacking any substantial evidence to support her claims.
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