Definition

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

Example

The researchers conducted an epidemiological study to understand the outbreak of the virus.

Conversation

I just read a fascinating article about epidemiological studies on diseases.

Really? That sounds interesting! What did it say?

It explained how they track the spread of infections using epidemiological data.

Wow, I never knew that data could be so important in understanding outbreaks.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Epidemiological → 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 'epidemiological' relates to the study of diseases affecting people.

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