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| in·fec·tious [ in fékshəss ] |
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1. communicable: describes a disease that is capable of being passed from one person to another
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2. caused by bacteria: caused by bacteria, viruses, or other microorganisms
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3. causing infection: bringing about infection
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4. affecting feelings of others: capable of affecting the emotions and attitudes of others
  an infectious laugh
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| in·fec·tious·ly adverb |
| in·fec·tious·ness noun |
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