Word FLU: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

flu

🇺🇸 [fluː]

Meanings

Flu, short for influenza, is a viral infection that affects the respiratory system. Symptoms often include fever, chills, body aches, and a cough. It is highly contagious and spreads easily through droplets in the air.

Examples

• She caught the flu and had to stay home from work.
• The flu season typically starts in the fall.
• He went to the doctor because he was feeling flu-like symptoms.

Synonyms

influenza • viral infection • cold

Antonyms

health • immunity • wellness