Virally

//ˈvaɪɹəli// adv

adv ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adverb
  1. 1
    Due to, or by means of, a virus or viruses.

    "The cells have been virally infected."

  2. 2
    In a viral fashion; often specifically in the context of viral marketing.

    "The widespread use of mobile phones which support free Bluetoothing has enabled promotional videos to be distributed virally between handsets."

Example

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"The cells have been virally infected."

Etymology

From viral + -ly.

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