Virulent Meaning in English

word

US

ˈvɪɹəɫənt

VEER-uh-luhnt

UK

vˈɪɹələnt

VEER-uh-luhnt

Definition

Extremely harmful, powerful, or hostile, especially describing diseases, poisons, or intense negative feelings.

Usage & Nuances

"Virulent" is formal and often found in scientific, medical, or political contexts. Commonly used for dangerous viruses ("virulent strain") or harsh criticism ("virulent attack"). It implies something is intense and hard to control.

• Spanish: virulento - venenoso (figurado)
• Portuguese (BR): virulento - agressivo (figurado)
• Portuguese (PT): virulento - agressivo (figurado)
• Chinese (Simplified): 剧毒的 - 恶性的 (比喻)
• Chinese (Traditional): 劇毒的 - 惡性的 (比喻)
• Hindi: तीव्र - विषैला (रूपक)
• Arabic: شديد السمية - خبيث (مجازي)
• Bengali: মারাত্মক - ভয়ঙ্কর - বিষাক্ত
• Russian: злобный - опасный - ядовитый
• Japanese: 猛毒の - 悪意のある
• Vietnamese: nguy hiểm - độc hại - ác liệt
• Korean: 치명적인 - 맹독성의 - 악의적인
• Turkish: öldürücü - zehirli - şiddetli
• Urdu: شدید - زہریلا - مہلک
• Indonesian: mematikan - ganas - beracun

Example Sentences

The doctor warned about a virulent virus spreading in the city.

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The snake's bite is virulent and dangerous.

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She made a virulent comment about his work.

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His virulent criticism upset the whole team.

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This year, the flu is particularly virulent compared to last year.

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Online arguments can quickly become virulent if people aren’t careful.

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