fumigate
verbDivide fumigate into syllables:
fu · mi · gate
How to pronounce fumigate:
Definition of fumigate:
- fumigate (verb):
- to treat (something contaminated) with fumes
- treat with fumes, expose to fumes, especially with the aim of disinfecting or eradicating pests.
- to apply smoke, vapor, or gas to especially for the purpose of disinfecting or of destroying pests
Synonyms for fumigate:
clean out or up
cleanse
disinfect
fume
process
purify
sanitize
sterilize
Antonyms for fumigate:
adulterate
aid
assist
befoul
blame
charge
condemn
contaminate
continue
corrupt
defile
dirty
encourage
foul
help
hold
incriminate
infect
infest
keep
poison
pollute
remain
sentence
soil
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