When something is virulent in French, it means it's very strong and can cause a lot of harm or damage. Think of it like a very aggressive sickness or a powerful poison. For example, a particularly nasty flu can be described as virulent. It's not a common everyday word, but it's good to know for understanding more serious topics.
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Choose the best synonym for 'virulent' in this context: 'La grippe était très ___ cette année.'
In this context, 'virulent' refers to the severity of the flu, making 'sévère' the most appropriate synonym.
Which sentence uses 'virulent' correctly?
'Virulent' describes something extremely severe or harmful, which fits with a rapidly spreading virus. The other options use 'virulent' incorrectly.
What is the opposite of 'virulent' when talking about a disease?
'Virulent' implies severity and harm, while 'bénin' (benign) suggests something mild and not harmful, making it the opposite.
A virulent disease is usually easy to cure.
False. A virulent disease is extremely severe or harmful, meaning it is often difficult, not easy, to cure.
You can describe a person's words as 'virulent' if they are very harsh or bitter.
True. 'Virulent' can also be used metaphorically to describe speech that is extremely severe, harsh, or hostile.
A 'virulent' solution would likely be good for your health.
False. If a solution is 'virulent,' it means it is extremely harmful or severe, and therefore not good for your health.
The flu has evolved into a particularly virulent form this year.
His criticisms were virulent, mercilessly attacking the new policy.
Despite treatments, the infection proved to be surprisingly virulent.
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Il a dû faire face à une opposition virulente de la part des manifestants.
Focus: virulente
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La propagation de cette souche virulente du virus est préoccupante.
Focus: virulente, préoccupante
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Les discussions autour de la réforme étaient souvent virulentes et passionnées.
Focus: virulentes, passionnées
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