alternariose

al.tɛrn.ɑːr.iː.oʊ.zəʊ

Definitions

1. noun

A disease of plants, particularly cereals, caused by fungi of the genus Alternaria.

“The widespread outbreak of alternariose in the region resulted in significant crop losses for local farmers.”

Synonyms

  • blight
  • fungus

Antonyms

  • healthy
  • thriving