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Comparative
more virulent
Superlative
most virulent
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(of a disease) able to make one sick
- The outbreak was caused by a virulent strain of the flu virus.
- The new disease proved to be highly virulent, affecting even healthy individuals.
- The hospital was on high alert due to the virulent nature of the disease.
- Scientists studied the virulent pathogen to develop an effective vaccine.
- The virulent bacteria spread quickly through the population, causing widespread illness.
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extremely harsh, bitter, or hostile, often in a way that is intensely harmful or destructive
- The politician’s virulent speech attacked his opponents with unrelenting severity.
- Her virulent criticism of the policy left no room for compromise or discussion.
- The debate quickly became virulent, with both sides hurling harsh accusations.
- His virulent tone during the argument made it clear that he harbored deep resentment.
- The virulent reviews of the film were so harsh that the director chose not to respond.