bacteriosis

/ˌbæk.tɪ.rɪˈɒsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A disease caused by bacteria.

“The doctor diagnosed her with a severe case of bacteriosis after performing a series of tests.”

2. noun

The presence of bacteria in a particular location, especially the bloodstream.

“The hospital reported a high incidence of bacteriosis among the patients in the ICU.”

Synonyms

  • bacterial infection
  • septicemia

Antonyms

  • antibiosis
  • non-infection