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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

virulence

/ˈvɜːrjʊləns/ noun · British & US
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What does virulence mean?

noun

The quality of being extremely infectious or deadly; the severity of a disease. The quality of being intensely hostile or aggressive.

Example

"The virulence of the virus made it a major public health concern."

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