viral

N
Pronunciation
/ˈvaɪɹəl/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

A video, image or text spread by "word of mouth" on the internet or by e-mail for humorous, political or marketing purposes.

Adjective
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

Of or relating to a biological virus.

Example Sentences
  • viral DNA
2 Definition

Caused by a virus.

Example Sentences
  • viral infection
3 Definition

Of the nature of an informatic virus; able to spread copies of itself to other computers.

4 Definition

Spread by word of mouth, with minimal intervention in order to create buzz and interest.

5 Definition

(of an image, video, piece of information, etc.) circulated rapidly and widely from one Internet user to another.