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Definition of superspreader

superspreader

/ˌsuː.pɚˈsprɛd.ɚ/
su · per · spread · er
Plural:superspreaders
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superspreader Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An individual, organism, or event that transmits an infectious disease to an unusually large number of other individuals.

Example

"Epidemiologists traced the regional outbreak back to a single superspreader who had attended several crowded indoor gatherings."

2

A person, account, or platform that rapidly disseminates information, rumors, or misinformation to a massive audience, especially on social media.

Example

"Researchers identified a small network of online superspreaders responsible for the majority of the viral conspiracy theories."

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• Rhymes for superspreader

• Nearby Words

supersonic
superspecial
superspeed
superspreader
superspreading
superspy
superstar

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