Synonyms for
Plagues
Definition
A plague is a widespread and usually deadly disease that affects humans, animals, or plants.
Synonyms & similar words
blight
beset
harass
chivy
pestilence
molest
infestation
harry
provoke
chivvy
chevy
plague
pest
pestis
chevvy
hassle
epidemic
pandemic
outbreak
pestilence
infection
contagion
disease
affliction
scourge
trouble
infestation
visitations
ravages
calamity
disaster
nuisance
torment
afflict
trouble
distress
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Example sentences
- The plagues of Egypt were a series of disasters described in the Bible.
- The Black Death was one of the deadliest plagues in history.
- The doctor is working to prevent the spread of the plague.
- Plagues can have devastating effects on communities.
- The locusts are plaguing the farmers fields.