virulence (Meaning)

Wordnet

virulence (n)

extreme harmfulness (as the capacity of a microorganism to cause disease)

extreme hostility

Webster

Alt. of Virulency

The virulence of the bacteria has significantly increased, posing a severe threat to public health.
The strain of influenza exhibited high virulence, resulting in widespread hospitalizations.
Researchers are developing novel vaccines to combat the virulence of resistant pathogens.
The virulence of the virus is directly proportional to its ability to cause disease and damage tissue.
The virulence of a microorganism is often determined by its genetic makeup and environmental factors.
Antibiotics are essential in combating the virulence of bacterial infections, but overuse can lead to resistance.
The virulence of COVID-19 caught health systems off guard, leading to overwhelming hospitalizations.
Understanding the virulence of a pathogen is crucial for designing effective treatments and preventive measures.
The virulence of some viruses can be attenuated through mutation or genetic modification.
Virulence factors are specific proteins or molecules that enhance the ability of microorganisms to cause disease.

extreme harmfulness (as the capacity of a microorganism to cause disease), extreme hostilityAlt. of Virulency

bitterness, corrosiveness, hostility, virulency, malice, bile,severity, vitriol, cattiness, harshness

courtesy, kindness, graciousness, warmth, geniality, cordiality, cordiality, tenderness, warmth, civility

The virulence of the bacteria has significantly increased, posing a severe threat to public health.

The strain of influenza exhibited high virulence, resulting in widespread hospitalizations.

Researchers are developing novel vaccines to combat the virulence of resistant pathogens.

The virulence of the virus is directly proportional to its ability to cause disease and damage tissue.