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endemic
When used as an adjective, 'endemic' is most commonly followed by the word 'to' (e.g., endemic to a region). In medical contexts, it refers to a disease that is always present in a population, whereas 'epidemic' refers to a sudden, widespread outbreak. When used as a noun, it usually refers specifically to biology, such as rare plants or animals found only in one specific location.
💬Trò chuyện
this professor keeps saying corruption is endemic to the system. i'm losing it.
damn that's crazy. bet he's just yapping though.
Ý nghĩa
Regularly found among particular people or in a certain area
"The disease is endemic to the tropical regions of Africa."
Characteristic of a particular place or community; ingrained
"Corruption was once considered endemic in the city's political system."