Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
infectious
adjective
/ɪnˈfɛkʃəs/
Definition
Capable of spreading disease from one person or organism to another.
Examples
- The flu is an infectious disease that spreads easily during winter.
- She stayed home because she was worried about infecting her classmates with her cough.
- Infectious laughter can brighten the mood of everyone around.
Meaning
Infectious refers to something that can be transmitted from one individual to another, usually in the context of diseases or infections.
Synonyms
- Contagious
- Transmissible
- Communicable
