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/ɪnˈfɛkt/
Meaning & Definition
verb
To contaminate or taint (a person, organism, or environment) with a disease-causing substance, typically a pathogen.
The doctor was concerned that the wound could infect the surrounding tissue.
To influence someone in a negative way, such as by instilling a harmful idea or emotion.
His pessimistic attitude began to infect the entire team.
To introduce a virus or malicious software into a computer system.
The hacker tried to infect the network with a new type of malware.
Etymology
From Latin 'infectus', past participle of 'inficere', meaning 'to stain, dye, or corrupt'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
infect someone with enthusiasm:
To transfer one's excitement or passion to someone else.
infect a system:
To introduce harmful software or malware into a computer system.
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Slang Meanings
To spread rapidly or negatively affect something.
His bad attitude could infect the whole team.
To influence someone in a negative way.
Don't let that rumor infect your judgment.