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Definition of contagiousness

contagiousness

/kənˈteɪ.dʒəs.nəs/
con · ta · gious · ness
Adverb:contagiously
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Adjective:contagious
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contagiousness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The quality or state of being able to be transmitted from one person or organism to another by direct or indirect contact; the degree to which a disease is contagious.

Example

"Public health officials closely monitored the contagiousness of the new viral strain."

2

The tendency of an emotion, mood, or behavior to spread rapidly from one person to others.

Example

"The sheer contagiousness of her laughter soon had the entire room smiling."

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contagiously
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contain
containable
contained

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Contagiousness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/contagiousness
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