Synonyms for

Smallpox

Verb / ˈsmɔ:ˌlpɑ:ks / Another word for smallpox — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a highly contagious and often fatal viral disease that causes fever, rash, and pustules, typically leaving permanent scars

Synonyms & similar words

variolamajor variola variola pox poxvirus cowpox monkeypox vaccinia chickenpox measles rubella mumps influenza typhus plague Ebola Zika coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic

Synonyms by register

Formal

variola variola major variola minor

Antonyms

large big huge enormous gigantic vast

Common collocations

  • eradicate smallpox
  • smallpox vaccine
  • smallpox virus
  • smallpox outbreak
  • smallpox scars
  • smallpox epidemic
  • smallpox survivor

Word family

noun smallness

Usage note

Smallpox is a specific, historically significant disease. It is now eradicated globally, so its use is primarily in historical or medical contexts. There are no direct antonyms as it refers to a specific disease.

Example sentences

  1. Smallpox is caused by the variola virus.
  2. Smallpox was eradicated in 1980.
  3. Smallpox vaccination is no longer required.
  4. Smallpox is highly contagious and spreads easily from person to person.
  5. Smallpox symptoms include fever, headache, and a rash.

Quotes

  • Smallpox is a disease that has killed millions of people throughout history.
  • Smallpox was once a scourge on humanity, but we have eliminated it through science and cooperation.
  • Smallpox reminds us of the power of vaccines to save lives.

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