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infective

in·fec·tive [ in féktiv ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. capable of infecting: capable of producing an infection

2. affecting feelings: capable of affecting the emotions and attitudes of others


in·fec·tive·ness noun
in·fec·tiv·i·ty [ ìn fek tívvətee ] noun
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