as in virus
an abnormal state caused by contact with harmful organisms (such as bacteria or viruses)
There is a viral infection spreading among the schoolchildren.
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Recent Examples of infection
It was determined the child died at the age of 1 1/2 from a chronic infection stemming from a middle ear infection, according to the release.
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Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 23 May 2025
Most people recover without treatment, however, in rare circumstances, infection can produce more severe illness and require hospitalization.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 22 May 2025
Some studies have found that Covid-19 infection itself carries a higher risk of myocarditis or pericarditis than the vaccine does.
—Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 22 May 2025
Meningococcal disease, also known as meningitis, is an infection and inflammation of the fluid and membranes around the brain and spinal cord, according to the Mayo Clinic.
—Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 15 May 2025
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Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 23 May 2025
Most people recover without treatment, however, in rare circumstances, infection can produce more severe illness and require hospitalization.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 22 May 2025
Some studies have found that Covid-19 infection itself carries a higher risk of myocarditis or pericarditis than the vaccine does.
—Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 22 May 2025
Meningococcal disease, also known as meningitis, is an infection and inflammation of the fluid and membranes around the brain and spinal cord, according to the Mayo Clinic.
—Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for infection
Noun
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The protesters, who are HIV-positive, did not conceal their faces — a rare occurrence in a country where the virus is still heavily stigmatized.—
Dánica Coto,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2025
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The administration says symptoms of the virus could include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, or fever after eating affected oysters.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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The vacuum has a five-layer filtration system that can capture up to 99.99 percent of germs and allergens, according to the brand.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
12 May 2025
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Varied handwashing habits Sixty-two percent of participants correctly answered that washing hands with soap and water for 20 seconds is the method that most effectively reduces the spread of germs, while 13% thought less time would be enough and 24% believed more time is needed.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
5 May 2025
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“Infection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/infection. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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