infectious
Pronunciation: [ɪnˈfɛk.ʃəs]
Word
Context: "health"
(adjective) when a disease can be spread from one person to another. If a person is infectious, they can make others sick, usually through germs or viruses.
Example
He was diagnosed with an infectious disease, so he had to stay at home to avoid spreading it to others.
Example
The doctor said this medicine is not infectious, so it won’t spread to anyone.
Example
Is the cold contagious, or is it not infectious?
Context: "enthusiasm"
(adjective) when someone has a strong and positive feeling that can make other people feel the same way. It’s like when someone is really happy, and their joy makes others smile too.
Example
Her infectious laugh made everyone in the room feel happier.
Example
His lack of enthusiasm was not infectious, and the group felt dull.
Example
Do you think her excitement is infectious enough to motivate the team?
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