viral
Translation
viral
Examples
He has a viral infection.
He has a viral infection.
The cat video went viral online.
The cat video went viral online.
Grammar Patterns
viral + ((noun)) relating to a virus or something that spreads quickly The video became a viral sensation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: infectious, contagious (medical); widespread, popular (internet)
Etymology
From Latin 'virus' meaning 'poison'. Originally referred to medical viruses, now also used for rapid information spread.
Memory Tips
Imagine how a computer 'virus' spreads quickly, just like a 'viral' video spreads rapidly across the internet.