Infection Definition & Meaning
infection
- noun
- the pathological state resulting from the invasion of the body by pathogenic microorganisms
- (phonetics) the alteration of a speech sound under the influence of a neighboring sound
- (medicine) the invasion of the body by pathogenic microorganisms and their multiplication which can lead to tissue damage and disease
- an incident in which an infectious disease is transmitted
- the communication of an attitude or emotional state among a number of people; "a contagion of mirth"; "the infection of his enthusiasm for poetry"
- moral corruption or contamination; "ambitious men are led astray by an infection that is almost unavoidable"
- (international law) illegality that taints or contaminates a ship or cargo rendering it liable to seizure
"Infection" in song lyrics
See how infection is used in real songs:
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"king of the underground with a dirty infection"
A.G. — A Giant By Design -
"You claim you're ill? I got the injection for that infection"
The Arsonists — Fat Laces -
"Boys with they mug on catch led infection"
Big Pokey f/ Lil' O — Look Twice
Words that rhyme with infection
Usage tips for "infection"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "infection" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for infection to find words that pair well.