Synonyms for Virulent
Top synonyms for “virulent”: acerb, acerbic, acid, acrid, bitter, blistering, caustic, deadly, and 8 more below.
Definitions
- (adjective)infectious; having the ability to cause disease
- (adjective)harsh or corrosive in tone“an acerbic tone piercing otherwise flowery prose”
- (adjective)extremely poisonous or injurious; producing venom“venomous snakes”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Antonyms — opposite of Virulent
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "virulent"?
Common synonyms for "virulent" include acerb, acerbic, acid, acrid, bitter, blistering. Our thesaurus lists 16 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "virulent"?
Antonyms for "virulent" include avirulent. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "virulent" mean?
infectious; having the ability to cause disease
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
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