What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
virulency
Example
The virulency of the virus strain caused a high mortality rate among infected individuals. [virulency: noun]
Example
The virulency of the pathogen was evident in the rapid spread of the disease. [virulency: adjective]
pathogenicity
Example
The pathogenicity of the bacteria was confirmed by laboratory tests. [pathogenicity: noun]
Example
The pathogenicity of the virus was attributed to its ability to evade the host's immune system. [pathogenicity: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Pathogenicity is more commonly used than virulency in medical and scientific literature.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between virulency and pathogenicity?
Both virulency and pathogenicity are formal terms used in medical and scientific contexts.
