Cool MateMeaning of Epidemic
A sudden, widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community.
In simple words: A serious outbreak of a disease that spreads quickly.
Epidemic in a sentence
- The flu epidemic swept through the city last winter.
- Public health officials are concerned about the rapid rise of the obesity epidemic.
- The government implemented new measures to control the epidemic.
- Experts warned that an epidemic could emerge if vaccinations were not increased.
- This epidemic of misinformation poses a significant threat to public health.
How to use Epidemic
Used primarily in medical contexts. May also refer to widespread problems, e.g. 'epidemic of crime.' Not suitable for informal settings.
Grammar pattern
countable noun
Memory hint
Think of 'epic' and 'demic' like an epic event involving many people getting sick.
Related words
Collocations with Epidemic
- control an epidemic
- epidemic outbreak
- epidemic curve
Synonyms for Epidemic
- outbreak
- plague
- scourge
- affliction
Common mistakes with Epidemic
- Confused with 'pandemic' which refers to a global scale.
- Often incorrectly used to describe non-disease outbreaks.
- Using it as an uncountable noun.
Epidemic appears in
Epidemic in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
وباء
تفشي خطير لمرض ينتشر بسرعة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
মহামারী
কোনো রোগের গুরুতর প্রাদুর্ভাব যা দ্রুত ছড়িয়ে পড়ে।
- GermanDeutsch
Epidemie
Ein ernster Krankheitsausbruch, der sich schnell ausbreitet.
- SpanishEspañol
Epidemia
Un brote serio de una enfermedad que se propaga rápidamente.
- Persianفارسی
اپیدمی
یک شیوع جدی از یک بیماری که به سرعت پخش میشود.
- FrenchFrançais
Épidémie
Une grave épidémie d'une maladie qui se propage rapidement.
- Hindiहिन्दी
महामारी
किसी बीमारी का एक गंभीर प्रकोप जो तेजी से फैलता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Epidemia
Un grave focolaio di una malattia che si diffonde rapidamente.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Epidemia
Um surto sério de uma doença que se espalha rapidamente.
- RussianРусский
Эпидемия
Серьезная вспышка болезни, которая быстро распространяется.
- Urduاردو
وبائی مرض
بیماری کا ایک شدید پھیلاؤ جو تیزی سے پھیلتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
流行病
一种迅速传播的严重疾病爆发。
More words like Epidemic
- Outbreak
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- CorpseB1
The dead body of a human or animal.
- TypicalA2
Representing the usual characteristics of a particular group or situation.
- VaporB1
A gaseous state of a substance that is typically liquid at room temperature.
- TraditionA2
A custom or belief passed down over time within a group.
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Frequently asked questions about Epidemic
What does Epidemic mean?
A serious outbreak of a disease that spreads quickly.
What is the definition of Epidemic?
A sudden, widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community.
How do you use Epidemic in a sentence?
The flu epidemic swept through the city last winter.
Can you give another example of Epidemic?
Public health officials are concerned about the rapid rise of the obesity epidemic.
What are synonyms for Epidemic?
Common alternatives include outbreak, plague, scourge, affliction.
What is the opposite of Epidemic?
Opposite meanings include health, wellness.
What words go with Epidemic?
It commonly pairs with control an epidemic, epidemic outbreak, epidemic curve.
What are common mistakes when using Epidemic?
Confused with 'pandemic' which refers to a global scale. Often incorrectly used to describe non-disease outbreaks. Using it as an uncountable noun.
How do you pronounce Epidemic?
US: //ˌɛpɪˈdɛmɪk//, UK: //ˌɛpɪˈdɛmɪk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Epidemic?
Used primarily in medical contexts. May also refer to widespread problems, e.g. 'epidemic of crime.' Not suitable for informal settings.
What CEFR level is Epidemic?
"Epidemic" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.