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VIRULENT

(adj., adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Virulent.

How to pronounce virulent:

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Virulent - as an adjective

Infectious; having the ability to cause disease

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
avirulent

Virulent - as an adjective satellite

Extremely poisonous or injurious; producing venom

Example: "Venomous snakes"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deadlyvenomous

Harsh or corrosive in tone

Example: "An acerbic tone piercing otherwise flowery prose"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acerbacerbicacidacridbitterblisteringcausticsulfuroussulphurousvitriolic

Example Sentences

"The virulent strain of the flu caused a widespread outbreak in the community."
"The venom of the snake was extremely virulent and could quickly cause death."
"The political debate became virulent as both candidates relentlessly attacked each other."
"The virulent criticism from the media deeply affected the young actress."
"The company faced a virulent backlash from consumers after the product recall."
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Word Game Points

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

VIRULENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is VIRULENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, virulent is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
VIRULENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is VIRULENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, virulent is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
VIRULENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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