Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
infected
Adjective
/ɪnˈfɛktɪd/
Definition
To affect someone or something with a disease or virus.
Examples
- The cut became infected, requiring medical attention.
- She was infected with a cold, so she decided to stay home.
- The infected area showed signs of redness and swelling.
Meaning
Infected refers to the state of being contaminated by a pathogen that causes disease, such as bacteria, viruses, or parasites.
Synonyms
- Contaminated
- Afflicted
- Tainted
- Sick
