epidemics

noun

plural of epidemic
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as in pandemics

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as in eruptions

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for epidemics
  1. pandemics
  2. eruptions
  3. plagues
  4. paroxysms
  5. floods
  6. explosions
  7. increases
  8. outbreaks
Noun
  • This was in direct conflict with many scientists who study the origins of pandemics, who said much of the evidence still pointed to a natural origin.
    — Ari Daniel, NPR, 29 July 2026
  • The administration argued that previous pandemics typically involved multiple spillover events before widespread transmission.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 July 2026
Definition of pandemics
Noun
  • The current series of Kilauea eruptions began in December 2024.
    — Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 29 July 2026
  • The results may help improve hazard assessments in Sicily, where Etna eruptions threaten adjacent communities.
    — Refractor, Refractor, 27 July 2026
Definition of eruptions
Noun
  • How many malodorously toxic episodes does that make toward the seven plagues in the Old Testament?
    — Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026
  • The good news is prevention of the plagues brought by bugs is possible.
    — Meg Tirrell, CNN Money, 14 July 2026
Definition of plagues
Noun
  • Preparing a tax return can trigger paroxysms of stress at the best of times.
    — Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Also, stars in this frenzied state aren’t terribly stable; the fusion rate can be tempestuous, and the star undergoes incredibly violent paroxysms.
    — Phil Plait, Scientific American, 20 Mar. 2026
Definition of paroxysms
Noun
  • While the ballot box can’t change the risk of floods or hurricanes, a constitutional amendment on the November ballot could reduce homeowners’ costs in the form of lower property taxes.
    — Abigail Hall, The Conversation, 30 July 2026
  • Residents from the region spoke to her about dealing with avalanches, floods and landslides in their isolated home.
    — Brittney Melton, NPR, 30 July 2026
Definition of floods
Noun
  • One of the most devastating explosions ever on the planet—the 1945 atomic bombing of Hiroshima—created a metallic material that was never seen before in a lab or nature.
    — Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 29 July 2026
  • The Perseid meteor shower is also known for its fireballs — explosions of light and color that last longer than a typical meteor streak.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of explosions
Noun
  • As the county’s population increases, so will the demand for services.
    — Taylor O'Connor July 28, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026
  • To compare how major insurers handle rate increases after crashes, NerdWallet analyzed median national premiums for drivers with a recent at-fault accident.
    — Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of increases
Noun
  • While smallpox is no longer a daily concern, the latest DNA discoveries can help public health officials, biologists, and epidemiologists prepare for and fight future disease outbreaks.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 30 July 2026
  • Health experts generally recommend about 95 percent immunity in a community to help prevent outbreaks.
    — Amelia Mugavero, CBS News, 30 July 2026
Definition of outbreaks
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