Word VIRUS: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

virus

🇺🇸 [ˈvaɪərəs]

Meanings

A microscopic organism that can infect living organisms, causing disease or dysfunction. Viruses can also refer to malicious software designed to damage or disrupt computer systems.

Examples

• The doctor warned about the spread of a dangerous virus in the area.
• My computer was infected by a virus and had to be repaired.
• He caught a virus that made him feel unwell for several days.

Synonyms

pathogen • germ • malware

Antonyms

antibody • immunity • cure