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Meaning of pathogen
The primary meaning of the word "pathogen" refers to a bacterium, virus, or other microorganism that can cause disease.
Etymology of pathogen
The word "pathogen" has its roots in the Greek words "pathos" meaning disease or suffering, and "gen" meaning producer or causing,
The term "pathogen" was first used in the late 19th century to describe microorganisms that cause disease,
Over time, the term has evolved to include a wide range of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
Synonyms
microorganism
germ
bacterium
virus
fungus
parasite
disease-causing agent
infectious agent
contaminant
pollutant
toxin
poison
venom
pest
plague
scourge
infection
infestation
contamination
pollution
toxin
allergen
irritant
disease
disorder
affliction
malady
sickness
illness
ailment
epidemic
pandemic
outbreak
disease agent
microbe
bug
insect
pestilence
Definitions
- A bacterium, virus, or other microorganism that can cause disease,
- * An agent that causes disease or illness,
- * Any organism, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi, that can cause disease in another organism.
Usage Examples
- The doctor explained that the pathogen was highly contagious and could be spread through close contact,
- * The new antibiotic was effective against a wide range of pathogens, including bacteria and viruses,
- * The researcher studied the pathogen that caused the outbreak, trying to understand how it spread so quickly.