pathogenicity

[ path-oh-juh-nis-i-tee ]

noun

1. the disease-producing capacity of a pathogen.

Word History and Origins

Origin of pathogenicity¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; pathogenic + -ity

Example Sentences

None of the chimeras had been reasonably anticipated at the time of proposal to have increased transmissibility or pathogenicity in mammals.

From MIT Technology Review

There are, however, a certain few organisms which commonly express their pathogenicity in the formation of pus.

From Project Gutenberg

A preliminary note on the identity, life-cycle, and pathogenicity of an important nematode parasite of captive monkeys.

From Project Gutenberg

A final important test in identification is that of pathogenicity.

From Project Gutenberg