Dictionary Check: infectious

"infectious" is a valid word!

Scrabble 15 points
Words with Friends 18 points

Definition

adjective

caused by infection or capable of causing infection

Example: "viruses and other infective agents"
Synonyms:
adjective

easily spread

Example: "fear is exceedingly infectious: children catch it from their elders"
Antonyms:
adjective

of or relating to infection

Example: "infectious hospital"

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