Definition

Describing a period or situation that occurs between two pandemics.

Example

The health officials prepared guidelines for interpandemic periods to prevent future outbreaks.

Conversation

Have you noticed how different things are during this interpandemic phase?

Yeah, it's almost like everyone is trying to adjust back to normal life.

It feels a bit strange, but I guess we have to make the most of this interpandemic time.

Definitely! It's a good opportunity to reconnect with friends.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interpandemic → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "pandemic" (from Greek "pan-" meaning all and "demos" meaning people). The word describes a period that occurs between pandemics, indicating a time between widespread outbreaks affecting all people.

Memory Tip

Think of 'inter-' meaning 'between' and 'pandemic' referring to 'all people' — so interpandemic refers to the time between outbreaks that affect everyone.

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