Infection

Meaning

the process of infecting or the state of being infected; a disease caused by germs

The process of becoming infected with harmful microorganisms such as bacteria or viruses.

Example Sentences

The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the bacterial infection in her throat.

The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the infection.

Example Expressions

spread of infection

Synonyms

contamination, contagion, disease, illness, disorder

Entry 1

contamination, contagion, disease, illness

Entry 2

contagion, illness, contamination, disease, disorder

Antonyms

health, cure, healing, recovery, wellness

Entry 1

health, cure, healing, recovery

Entry 2

health, wellness, cure

Collocations

bacterial infection, viral infection, prevent infection, wound infection, spread of infection

Entry 1

bacterial infection, viral infection, prevent infection

Entry 2

bacterial infection, viral infection, wound infection, spread of infection