plague
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
A serious disease that spreads quickly and kills many people, or a widespread problem.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The _____ killed millions of people in medieval Europe."
Answer: plague
In your own words, what does "plague" mean?
A serious disease that spreads quickly and kills many people, or a widespread problem.
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