Pronunciation: /ɪnˈfɛkʃəs dɪˈziːz/
noun a disease caused by the entrance into the body of organisms, such as bacteria, viruses, or fungi, which grow and multiply there
A1 An infectious disease is a sickness that can spread from person to person.
A2 It is important to wash your hands regularly to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
B1 The government has implemented measures to control the outbreak of infectious diseases.
B2 Researchers are studying the transmission patterns of infectious diseases to develop effective prevention strategies.
C1 The global health community is working together to combat the spread of infectious diseases like COVID-19.
C2 Public health officials are constantly monitoring the emergence of new infectious diseases and their potential impact on populations.
formal The government is implementing measures to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
informal Make sure to wash your hands regularly to avoid catching any infectious diseases.
slang Dude, don't be dumb and go around getting yourself infected with some nasty disease.
figurative Gossip can be like an infectious disease, spreading quickly and causing harm.
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