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INFECTED

(adj., verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Infected.

How to pronounce infected:

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Infected - as an adjective

Containing or resulting from disease-causing organisms

Example: "A septic sore throat"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
septic

Infected - as a verb

To bring into contact with a substance that causes illness (a pathogen).

Example: "Not everyone will be infected when an epidemic strikes."

To make somebody enthusiastic about one's own passion.

Example: "Her passion for dancing has infected me."

Example Sentences

"The infected wound was oozing pus."
"She was quarantined due to being infected with a contagious disease."
"The doctor prescribed antibiotics for the infected patient."
"The infected area was swollen and painful."
"His bloodstream was infected with a harmful virus."
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Word Game Points

Is INFECTED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, infected is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INFECTED has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is INFECTED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, infected is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INFECTED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is INFECTED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, infected is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INFECTED has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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