virulent

virulent, infectious, malicious

English translations

  1. 01

    bösartig, virulent, schädlich

  2. 02

    bösartig

  3. 03

    virulent

  4. 04

    schädlich

Word details

German meaning
Sehr ansteckend und gefährlich, oft in Bezug auf Krankheiten.
English meaning
Virulent
Synonym
aggressiv, bösartig
German example
Das Virus ist besonders virulent und breitet sich schnell aus.
English example
The virus is particularly virulent and spreads quickly.

Example sentences with “virulent”

  1. Die Krankheit ist hochvirulent. (The disease is highly virulent.)

Frequently asked questions

Is 'virulent' only used for diseases?

Primarily yes, but it can also be used figuratively to describe something (like an argument or hate) that is spreading aggressively and is harmful.