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Wordabulary

disease

Pronunciation
Noun A2 Elementary

Quick answer

An illness that affects a person, animal, or plant.

"The disease spread quickly through the crowded city."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

illness sickness

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Which word fits the gap? "The _____ spread quickly through the crowded city."

Answer: disease

In your own words, what does "disease" mean?

An illness that affects a person, animal, or plant.

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