Pandemi
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NounNoun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
A pandemic is an epidemic of an infectious disease that spreads rapidly and extensively, transcending geographical and national boundaries, and typically affects populations on a “global” or at least continental scale.
Synonyms & Variants
epidemi
An infectious disease that spreads quickly in a large area and causes many victims, but on a smaller scale than a pandemic.
pagebluk
A traditional or Javanese dialect term referring to a widespread and deadly disease outbreak.
sampar
An archaic term referring to a widely spreading infectious disease, often associated with the plague.
tha'un
A loanword from Arabic used in Islamic religious contexts to refer to a deadly infectious disease outbreak.
wabah
The word "wabah" is a general synonym referring to disease outbreaks, but "pandemi" specifically refers to a broader scale of spread.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The word “pandemi” (Indonesian for pandemic) originates from the Greek pan-, meaning “all” or “every,” and demos, meaning “people” or “disease.” It was initially used in ancient medical contexts to describe diseases affecting an entire population. Its usage evolved through the history of major plagues, becoming a marker for global public health events. Socially, “pandemi” carries connotations of health emergency urgency, international coordination, and the potential for profound societal impact on daily life, economies, and social structures. Its use triggers deep collective responses and widespread behavioral changes.
Real-world Usage
Pandemi COVID-19 itu melanda seluruh dunia, bikin repot semua orang.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.