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contagious

UK
/kənˈteɪ.dʒəs/
US
/kənˈteɪ.dʒəs/

Translations

contagiousadjective
more contagious
Comp.
most contagious
Super.
UK
/kənˈteɪ.dʒəs/
US
/kənˈteɪ.dʒəs/
The flu is highly contagious, so it's important to wash your hands frequently.
La grippe est très contagieuse, donc il est important de se laver les mains fréquemment.
Additional translations
contagieuxAu sens figuré, pour une émotion, un rire, une attitude qui se propage rapidement.
Synonyms
catching
communicable
transmissible
spreadable
infectious
Antonyms
noncontagious

Definitions

contagiousadjective
Capable of being transmitted from one individual to another through direct or indirect contact.
The flu is highly contagious, so it's important to wash your hands frequently.
Likely to spread and affect others in a rapid manner.
Her laughter was so contagious that soon everyone in the room was giggling.
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