Pronunciation: /ɛpɪˈdɛmɪk/
noun a widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community at a particular time
A1 The flu epidemic caused many people to get sick.
A2 The government is taking measures to control the spread of the epidemic.
B1 There is a global epidemic of obesity affecting many countries.
B2 The epidemic of fake news on social media is causing widespread misinformation.
C1 The healthcare system is overwhelmed by the epidemic of drug-resistant infections.
C2 Scientists are working tirelessly to find a cure for the epidemic of Alzheimer's disease.
adjective relating to or of the nature of an epidemic
A1 The epidemic flu spread quickly through the school.
A2 The epidemic outbreak of measles caused panic in the community.
B1 The government implemented strict measures to control the epidemic spread of the virus.
B2 The epidemic levels of obesity in the country are a major concern for public health officials.
C1 The epidemic rise in mental health disorders requires a comprehensive approach to treatment.
C2 The epidemic proportions of opioid addiction have led to a national crisis.
formal The government is implementing measures to control the spread of the epidemic.
informal Have you heard about the flu epidemic going around?
slang The epidemic of bad hair days is real this week.
figurative The epidemic of negativity is spreading fast in our office.
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