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contagious

British pronunciation/kəntˈe‍ɪd‍ʒəs/
American pronunciation/kənˈteɪdʒəs/
contagious
[ADJECTIVE]
1

(of a disease) transmittable from one person to another through close contact

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2

easily diffused or spread as from one person to another

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Examples
1Even though she was fully aware of the risks, Susan refused to take the necessary precautions to prevent the spread of a contagious disease, proving that selfishness knows no bound.
2The woman saw that when she smiled and greeted others warmly, they were more likely to respond in kind, recognizing that courtesy is contagious.
3Pink eye is contagious.
4His smile is contagious.
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