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Epidemiology

Verb / ˌepʌˌdemi:ˈɑ:lʌdʒi: / Another word for epidemiology — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Epidemiology is the study of how diseases spread and how to control them.

Synonyms & similar words

Synonyms by register

Formal

disease ecology public health science morbidity studies pathogen distribution

Antonyms

individual health personal medicine private care specific case single patient

Common collocations

  • epidemiology studies
  • epidemiology research
  • epidemiology data
  • epidemiology principles
  • epidemiology methods
  • epidemiology trends
  • epidemiology surveillance

Word family

noun epidemiology
adjective epidemiological

Usage note

Epidemiology is a formal, scientific term. It refers to the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events in specified populations.

Example sentences

  1. The epidemiology team is investigating the outbreak of flu at school.
  2. Epidemiology plays an important role in preventing the spread of diseases.
  3. The epidemiology report showed an increase in cases of food poisoning.
  4. Epidemiology helps us understand the patterns and causes of diseases.
  5. Epidemiology is a crucial part of public health.

Quotes

  • Epidemiology is like a detective story.
  • Epidemiology is the science of the distribution and determinants of health and disease.
  • Epidemiology is the cornerstone of public health.

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