infection

• Substantivo que designa a invasão e a multiplicação de microrganismos, como bactérias, vírus ou fungos, no organismo, frequentemente causando doença ou enfermidade.

A noun referring to the invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, or fungi in the body, often causing illness or disease.

1. Biological infectionB1formalmedical

   The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites that are not normally present within the body.

   Infecção

   • The wound showed signs of infection and required antibiotics.
   • Doctors are monitoring the spread of the infection in the hospital.
   • Good hygiene can help prevent the transmission of infection.

   Sinônimoscontagioncontaminationdiseaseillnessinfestationsickness

2. Computer infectionB2informalIT

   The act of a computer system being compromised by malicious software, such as a virus or malware.

   Infecção de computador

   • The infection spread through the entire network within hours.
   • Regular updates can reduce the risk of a malware infection.
   • He lost important files due to a severe computer infection.

   Sinônimoscompromisecontaminationinfestation