Infectivity
Pronunciation: /ˈˌɪnfɛktˈaɪˈvaɪˈtaɪ/
Infectivity (noun)
- The ability of a disease-causing organism to enter a person and cause infection.
- How easily a virus or germ can infect others under given conditions.
Examples
- The disease has high infectivity in crowded rooms.
- Infectivity increases when people stay close for long periods.