Definition

Related to the study of how diseases spread and affect populations.

Example

The epidemiologic study revealed important trends in disease transmission.

Conversation

I read an interesting article about epidemiologic studies yesterday.

Oh really? What did it say?

It explained how epidemiologic research helps track disease outbreaks.

That sounds fascinating! It's amazing how much we can learn from those studies.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Epidemiologic → It is formed from "epi-" (meaning upon or over), "demos" (meaning people), and "logia" (meaning study or discourse). The word refers to the study of what is upon or affecting the people, particularly in relation to health and disease.

Memory Tip

Think of 'epi-' meaning 'upon' and 'demos' meaning 'people' — this helps you remember that epidemiologic relates to the study of health issues affecting people.

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