Find Synonyms
virus Synonyms
Another word for virus
Looking for synonyms for virus? Sourced from our comprehensive thesaurus, here is a list of similar words and another word for virus, organized by relevance and context.
• noun (Context 1)
A submicroscopic infectious agent that replicates only inside the living cells of an organism, typically consisting of genetic material (DNA or RNA) enclosed in a protein coat.
Strong
pathogen
Weak
bug
• noun (Context 2)
A malicious computer program designed to replicate itself and spread from one device to another, often causing damage to data or system software.
Usage Example
"He had to completely reformat his hard drive after a destructive malware corrupted all of his important files."
Strong
malware
Weak
trojan
worm
• noun (Context 3)
A harmful or corrupting influence that spreads rapidly and pervasively.
Usage Example
"The contagion of misinformation spread swiftly across social media platforms, deeply affecting public opinion."
Strong
contagion
Weak
blight
poison
• Nearby Words
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Virus. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/virus