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pathogenic

adjectivemasculine/femininetechnicaltécnico/pɐ.tu.ˈʒɛ.ni.ku/pa·to·gé·ni·co

Definition

1

Capable of causing disease; relating to pathogenesis or producing it.

Usage examples

Pathogenic bacteria can contaminate water.
The study identified the virus's pathogenic mechanism.

Common combinations

pathogenic agentpathogenic microorganismpathogenic potentialpathogenic pathway