virology

ˈvaɪroʊlədʒi

Definitions

1. noun

The study of viruses, including their structure, classification, and effects on living organisms.

“The researcher specialized in virology and made groundbreaking discoveries about the virus’s behavior.”

2. noun

The viruses studied in this field.

“The virology department at the university was working on finding a cure for the new strain of virus.”

Synonyms

  • microbiology
  • pathology
  • virus research

Antonyms

  • epidemiology prevention
  • healthy science