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(ep-i-dem-ics) 4 syllables

Definition

plural noun. Widespread occurrences of infectious diseases in a community at a particular time.

Example Sentence

The government took swift action to contain the epidemics spreading through the region.

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Epidemics can have a significant impact on public health and the economy.

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