1
as in infectious
capable of being passed by physical contact from one person to another
chicken pox, measles, German measles, and other contagious diseases
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in spreading
exciting a similar feeling or reaction in others
the enthusiasm of the new club members was contagious
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of contagious
No cases have been reported in the Kansas City metro, but doctors and health providers are preparing for how to respond if the highly contagious virus begins spreading locally.
—
Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 5 Apr. 2025
With 63% of the population under 30, there’s an energy and optimism in the Kingdom that’s contagious.
—Georges Berberi, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Scott’s confidence is contagious, making this a go-to anthem for standing in your power.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 4 Apr. 2025
Curiosity is contagious, and without it, no other virtue matters.
—Curt Steinhorst, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for contagious
Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 5 Apr. 2025
With 63% of the population under 30, there’s an energy and optimism in the Kingdom that’s contagious.
—Georges Berberi, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Scott’s confidence is contagious, making this a go-to anthem for standing in your power.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 4 Apr. 2025
Curiosity is contagious, and without it, no other virtue matters.
—Curt Steinhorst, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for contagious
Cite this Entry
“Contagious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contagious. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share