Pathogen (Noun)
Meaning
Any disease-producing agent (especially a virus or bacterium or other microorganism).
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The new vaccine was designed to protect against the most common pathogen responsible for pneumonia in children.
- Researchers discovered a previously unknown pathogen in the contaminated water supply that had caused the outbreak.
- The doctor explained that the pathogen was highly contagious and could be spread through skin contact or contaminated food.
- The team of scientists worked tirelessly to identify the pathogen responsible for the mysterious illness that had been sweeping the country.
- After the hurricane, health officials warned of the risk of waterborne pathogens and advised residents to boil their drinking water.