antiseptically

[ an-tuh-sep-tik-lee ]

adverb

1. with the aid of antiseptics.

Word History and Origins

Origin of antiseptically¹

First recorded in 1880–85; antiseptic + -al ¹ + -ly

Example Sentences

“I don’t think they fully appreciated the intensity of the reaction because they were looking at it somewhat antiseptically — did anyone break the law? No, well, okay,” Cheh said.

From Washington Post

But she has also managed to achieve something even more rare: a vibrant gallery scene that seems to reject the antiseptically academic atmosphere pervading much of the avant-garde art world.

From New York Times

"World of Tomorrow" is a cosmic dialogue between a bubbly little girl — all innocent questions and joyful observations — and her cloned, antiseptically melancholy adult self.

From Los Angeles Times

Human rights are seen to be in a wholly different category from the supposedly antiseptically apolitical work of the bank.

From Washington Post

Free incisions are requisite for the liberation of pus, and all abscess cavities should be treated antiseptically and stuffed with iodoform or resorcin.

From Project Gutenberg