PATHOGENETIC Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

pathogenetic

adjective

Definition of pathogenetic

as in pathogenic

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Recent Examples of pathogenetic After all, the French built the BSL-4 laboratory for advanced pathogenetic research on viruses at the Wuhan Institute of Virology. — David Asher, National Review, 11 June 2021

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Adjective

However, pathogenic microbes represent only a small fraction of microbial diversity.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 11 Aug. 2026
That means investing in pan-filovirus diagnostics capable of detecting every pathogenic Ebola virus species.

— Krutika Kuppalli, STAT, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of pathogenic

Adjective

Turn on any cable news network, and the national political landscape can look like a toxic wasteland, defined by vitriol, outrage, even allegations of treason.

— Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Hartford Courant, 13 Aug. 2026
One of Howell's most valuable insights was recognizing that demanding leadership is not the same as toxic leadership.

— Mark Nevins, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of toxic

Adjective

Now, measles – one of the single most infectious and virulent viruses – has recently re-appeared across America.

— Dr. Marianne Parshley, Hartford Courant, 10 Aug. 2026
Dayoung and Park have infectious chemistry, as they have both always been known individually as sexy and playful performers (without even trying).

— Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of infectious

Adjective

For this reason, these poisonous mushrooms are more commonly confused with other types of edible mushrooms like chicken of the woods and chanterelles (more on these in a minute).

— Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 6 Aug. 2026
Not all pufferfish are poisonous, but the vast majority contain a lethal neurotoxin called tetrodotoxin in their internal organs and skin.

— Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of poisonous

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