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contagious
01
(of a disease) transmittable from one person to another through close contact
Examples
COVID-19 is highly contagious, spreading easily among individuals in crowded places.
The flu virus is contagious and can be transmitted through respiratory droplets.
02
(of feelings, behaviors, or effects) spreading easily or rapidly from one person to another
Examples
Her laughter was contagious and soon everyone joined in.
The speaker 's enthusiasm proved contagious among the audience.
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contagiously
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