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virus

The word “virus” has 2 syllables: vi-rus

It's pronounced as /ˈvaɪrəs/

What is synonym and antonym for virus?

In the thesaurus, “virus” has 15 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for virus along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for virus

Antonyms for virus

Meanings of virus

  • noun
    1. A submicroscopic, non-cellular structure consisting of a core of DNA or RNA surrounded by a protein coat, that requires a living host cell to replicate, and often causes disease in the host organism.
    2. A disease caused by these organisms.
    3. Venom, as produced by a poisonous animal etc.
    4. A type of malware which can covertly transmit itself between computers via networks (especially the Internet) or removable storage such as disks, often causing damage to systems and data; also computer virus.
    5. Any type of malware.

Example Sentences

  • The doctor explained how the virus could spread so quickly.
  • Scientists raced to develop a vaccine for the new virus.
  • The computer was infected by a dangerous virus.
  • They took precautions to avoid catching the virus.
  • News of the virus outbreak caused widespread concern.

On this page you'll find 23 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to virus, such as: antidote, antivenin, antivenom, bane, cancer, contagion, cure.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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