virality

American

[vahy-ral-i-tee] / vaɪˈræl ɪ ti /

noun

the condition or fact of being rapidly spread or popularized by means of people communicating with each other, especially through the internet.

We’re looking for ways to increase the virality of our web content.

Etymology

Origin of virality

Fist recorded in 1975–80; viral + -ity

Example Sentences

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But Schlossberg and all the Kennedys operate beyond politics, beyond talking points, beyond mere virality.

From Slate • Jun. 18, 2026

Jamieson says the virality is "comparable" to its US counterpart, adding that the show is "filling a void" of live British comedy at weekends.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

The irreverent news website had seemingly cracked the code for social-media virality, and would soon become one of the first digital-media startups to achieve unicorn status with a valuation of over $1 billion.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026

What she didn’t expect was the virality of the moment right as the 28-1 Bruins were headed to the Big Ten tournament.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2026

Players like Stefon Diggs and Caleb Williams carefully construct their pregame “tunnel outfits” for maximum style and virality.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

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