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🦠infection

noun
/ɪnˈfɛkʃən/
infect infectious

Meaning

The process of becoming infected with harmful microorganisms such as bacteria or viruses.
the process of infecting or the state of being infected; a disease caused by germs

Example Sentences

The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the infection.

The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the bacterial infection in her throat.

Example Expressions

spread of infection

Synonyms

contagion, illness, contamination, disease, disorder
Entry 1
contagion, illness, contamination, disease, disorder
Entry 2
contamination, contagion, disease, illness

Antonyms

health, wellness, cure, healing, recovery
Entry 1
health, wellness, cure
Entry 2
health, cure, healing, recovery

Collocations

bacterial infection, viral infection, wound infection, spread of infection, prevent infection
Entry 1
bacterial infection, viral infection, wound infection, spread of infection
Entry 2
bacterial infection, viral infection, prevent infection

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