Epidemic: meaning, definitions and examples

health crisis

An epidemic is the rapid spread of an infectious disease to a large number of people in a given population within a short period of time. It can result in a high number of cases and deaths, causing significant public health concerns.

outbreak, pandemic, plague

Examples of usage

• The COVID-19 epidemic has affected millions of people worldwide.

• During the flu epidemic, hospitals were overwhelmed with patients.

• Preventive measures are crucial in controlling the spread of epidemics.

• The government declared a state of emergency in response to the epidemic.

• Vaccination campaigns are often implemented to prevent epidemics.