신체적 접촉이나 매개물을 통해 질병이 한 사람에게서 다른 사람으로 옮겨지는 현상.
The transmission of a disease from one person to another through direct or indirect contact.
예문:
"The nurse wore protective gear to avoid contagion while treating the patient."
"Public health officials are monitoring the rate of contagion in urban areas."
접촉을 통해 전파되는 질병 자체 또는 그 원인이 되는 세균이나 바이러스.
A disease or harmful agent that is spread by close contact.
예문:
"The laboratory is equipped to handle the most dangerous contagions known to science."
"Ancient texts describe a mysterious contagion that decimated the city's population."
어떤 감정, 사상, 또는 경제적 불안정 등이 집단이나 시스템 내에서 빠르게 퍼져 나가는 현상.
The rapid spread of an influence, emotion, or financial instability through a group or system.
예문:
"The contagion of panic led to a massive sell-off on the stock exchange."
"Laughter can act as a positive contagion in a stressful work environment."
"Social media can facilitate the rapid contagion of misinformation across the globe."