infected

[ɪnˈfektɪd]

infected Definition

  • 1contaminated with germs or bacteria that cause disease
  • 2affected by a virus or disease

Using infected: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "infected" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The wound was infected and required antibiotics.

  • Example

    The entire city was infected with the flu virus.

  • Example

    The contaminated water supply infected many people with cholera.

infected Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with infected

  • a region or zone that is contaminated with germs or bacteria that cause disease

    Example

    The government has declared the affected area as an infected area and has imposed a quarantine.

  • a wound that has been contaminated with germs or bacteria that cause disease

    Example

    The doctor cleaned and dressed the infected wound to prevent further infection.

  • a person who has contracted a virus or disease

    Example

    The infected person was immediately isolated to prevent the spread of the disease.

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Summary: infected in Brief

The term 'infected' [ɪnˈfektɪd] refers to something that is contaminated with germs or bacteria that cause disease, or affected by a virus or disease. Examples include 'The wound was infected and required antibiotics.' and 'The entire city was infected with the flu virus.' Phrases like 'infected area' and 'infected wound' denote regions or wounds contaminated with germs or bacteria that cause disease.