word
Infect
Ih-NFEHKT
/ˌɪˈnfɛkt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
infect
Dictionary meaning
Contaminate with a disease or microorganism.
Examples
- Your children have infected you with this head cold.
- Your laughter infects everyone who is in the same room as you.
Synonyms: taint
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