Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
infeccioso
adjective
in-feh-SYOH-so
Definition
pertaining to an infection; capable of causing infection.
Examples
- The flu is an infeccioso disease that can spread quickly in crowded places.
- Practicing good hygiene can help prevent the spread of infeccioso illnesses.
Meaning
An infection caused by pathogens like bacteria, viruses, or fungi that can spread from one individual to another.
Synonyms
- contagious
- infectious
- communicable