The meaning of VIRAL is of, relating to, or caused by a virus. How to use viral in a sentence.

viral adjective (INTERNET) used to describe something that quickly becomes very popular or well known by being published on the internet or sent from person to person by email, phone, etc.:

The word Viral means "relating to viruses " (small infectious agents). It may also refer to: Memetic behavior likened that of a virus, for example:

used to describe a piece of information, a video, an image, etc. that is sent rapidly over the internet and seen by large numbers of people within a short time. Within 24 hours, the video went viral on …

1. Of, relating to, or caused by a virus. 2. Of or relating to the rapid propagation of information, ideas, or trends by means of social networks rather than conventional mass media: viral marketing.

Nov 1, 2025 · Yet again, something dreadful and new which he doesn't understand is going viral. Today's fad is, you paint a black vertical rectangle on the wall, or on a mirror, or over the top of a …

viral adjective (COMMUNICATION) spreading or becoming popular very quickly through communication from one person to another, especially on the Internet: viral advertising

3 days ago · A 19-minute, 34-second objectionable video viral across social media platforms, has led to massive confusion, outrage and online harassment. The clip, which purportedly shows a couple in a …

Her tweet went viral, leading to widespread discussions online. The term commonly refers to something that spreads rapidly and widely, especially in relation to internet content or trends.

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