How to Pronounce "infect"
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/ˌɪnˈfɛkt/
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/ɪnfˈɛkt/
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Definition
To put germs, viruses, or bacteria into a person, animal, or thing, making them sick. It can also mean spreading something harmful or negative to others.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪnˈfɛkt/
British English
/ɪnfˈɛkt/
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
The flu can easily infect people who have weak immune systems.
If you don't wash your hands, you might infect others.
Bacteria can infect a wound and cause pain.
His laughter was so genuine, it seemed to infect the whole room with happiness.