What is another word for epidemic disease?
Pronunciation: [ˌɛpɪdˈɛmɪk dɪzˈiːz] (IPA) 
An epidemic disease is a condition that spreads rapidly within a population, affecting a large number of people within a short period. Synonyms for epidemic disease include outbreak, contagion, pandemic, pestilence, and plague. These terms are often used interchangeably, but they have slightly different meanings. An outbreak usually refers to a sudden increase in the number of cases of a particular disease in a specific area. Pandemic is a term used to describe a disease that spreads over a large region, or even worldwide. Pestilence and plague are terms used to describe infectious diseases that cause widespread illness and death. Regardless of the synonym used, an epidemic disease is always a serious public health concern that requires immediate attention and intervention.
