Transmissible

usgb/trænsˈmɪsəbl/
adjective

Capable of being transmitted from one person or organism to another, especially referring to diseases.

Many diseases are transmissible by contact or through the air.
Visual representation of "transmissible" - Capable of being transmitted from one person or organism to another, especially referring to diseases.

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Formal

transmissible disease,transmissible infection,transmissible condition

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Medical Terminology

In health contexts, 'transmissible' often pertains to infections.

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'COVID-19 is transmissible through respiratory droplets.'
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Understanding Context

Often used in public health discussions to emphasize caution.

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'The virus is transmissible, so wearing masks is important.'
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General Use

In more casual conversation, it may refer to any type of transferable quality.

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'His enthusiasm is transmissible; it got us all excited.'
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