Epidemically

/ˌɛpɪˈdɛmɪkli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner relating to or characteristic of an epidemic; in a way that affects many people rapidly.

Etymology

From 'epidemical' with the adverbial suffix '-ly'. This adverb form allows description of how something spreads or occurs in epidemic fashion.

Kelly Says

If something spreads 'epidemically,' it means it's moving through the population like wildfire—whether it's a disease, a social media trend, or even a meme!

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