covid - Master This Word
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covid Word Meanings
- A viral disease caused by the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2.
- A global pandemic that began in 2019.
- An infectious illness characterized by respiratory symptoms.
covid Example Sentences
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covid Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈkəʊvɪd/
US
/ˈkoʊvɪd/
covid Word Etymology
Root: 'cov-' from 'coronavirus' + 'id' from 'disease'. Origin: Latin 'corona' meaning 'crown' + English 'disease'. Memory image: Imagine a crown of spikes (the virus) causing sickness, representing its name.
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Step 1: Meaning
What is the definition of the word 'covid'?
A.A viral illness caused by a novel coronavirus
B.A type of social media platform
C.A method of cooking food
D.A style of painting
Step 2: Usage
Choose the sentence that uses 'covid' correctly.
A.Many people were affected by covid during the pandemic.
B.The covid was delicious at the restaurant.
C.She used covid to decorate her house.
D.I saw a covid movie last night.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar to 'covid'?
A.virus
B.sandwich
C.mountain
D.exercise
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'covid'?
A.health
B.sickness
C.virus
D.illness
Step 5: Mastery
Can you think of a real-life context where 'covid' was significant?
A.Many people enjoyed gatherings without restrictions.
B.Last year, schools had to close because of a pandemic.
C.Travel was easy and unaffected in 2021.
D.The party was packed with people hugging each other.
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