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Term: Epidemics

Definition:

An epidemic refers to the occurrence of a widespread infectious disease within a particular community or population at a specific time.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Meaning: A sudden outbreak of infectious diseases affecting an unusually large number of people in a given area or population.

Example: The COVID-19 pandemic is one of the worst epidemics the world has faced in recent years.

Sense 2:

Meaning: A phenomenon characterized by rapid spread and wide dissemination of something, usually not related to diseases.

Example: The viral video became an epidemic on social media, with millions of views and shares within hours.

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