Synonyms for Virulent (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (extremely poisonous or injurious; producing venom):
venomous
WordNet sense 2 (of or relating to or caused by a toxin or poison):
toxic
WordNet sense 3 (harsh or corrosive in tone):
acerbic, acid, acrid, bitter, blistering, caustic, sulfurous, vitriolic, acerb, sulphurous
WordNet sense 4 (disagreeable to the senses, to the mind, or feelings ):
unpleasant
WordNet sense 5 ((of a disease) having a rapid course and violent effect):
deadly
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