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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

infected

/ɪnˈfɛktɪd/ verb, adjective · British & US
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What does infected mean?

verb, adjective

To infect with a disease or to become infected with a disease. (Of a wound or sore) to become infected with bacteria or other germs.

Example

"The cut on my finger became infected and started to swell."

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