virulence
noun/ˈvɪrələns/
/ˈvɪrələns/
[uncountable]- the degree to which a disease or poison is dangerous or harmful and quick to have an effect
- the virulence of the virus strain
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- (formal) the fact of showing strong negative and bitter feelings
- the virulence of the attacks on her in the press
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