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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pathogenic

/pæθˈdʒɛnɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does pathogenic mean?

adjective

Causing or capable of causing disease; having a harmful effect on living organisms.

Example

"The pathogenic bacteria in the water supply caused widespread illness."

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