germy

[ jur-mee ]

adjective

, germ·i·er, germ·i·est.

1. full of germs.

Other Words From

• germi·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of germy¹

First recorded in 1910–15; germ + -y ¹

Example Sentences

Since her son wasn’t yet eligible to be vaccinated against covid-19, they could connect with the doctor via video and avoid venturing into a germy medical facility.

From The Daily Beast

While surface transmission of covid is rare, Nelson noted that a child who touches their germy mask and then touches an orifice in their face could increase their risk of getting sick.

From Washington Post