contagious
contagious
adjectiveDefinition of CONTAGIOUS
1
capable of being passed by physical contact from one person to another <chicken pox, measles, German measles, and other contagious diseases>
Related Words infectious, infective
Near Antonyms noninfectious
Antonyms noncommunicable
2
exciting a similar feeling or reaction in others <the enthusiasm of the new club members was contagious>
Related Words palpable, perceptible, tangible; irresistible (also irresistable), overpowering, overwhelming; disarming, endearing, fetching, inviting, winning, winsome
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