Word
CDC
Phoneticscdc
/ˌsiˌdiˈsi/
Countable noun
Definition
n. Stands for Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A national health organization in the United States that works to protect people from health threats and diseases. It provides advice on how to stay healthy and tracks how illnesses spread.
n. Abbreviation for Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The primary national public health agency of the United States, responsible for protecting public health and safety through the control and prevention of disease, injury, and disability. Operates as a federal agency under the Department of Health and Human Services.
Examples
“The CDC recommends washing your hands often to stay healthy.”
“During the flu season, the CDC issues weekly reports to track the spread of the virus across different states.”
“Public health officials rely on data synthesized by the CDC to coordinate large-scale immunization efforts and manage emerging epidemiological threats across international borders.”
Examples
simple
“The CDC recommends washing your hands often to stay healthy.”
contextual
“During the flu season, the CDC issues weekly reports to track the spread of the virus across different states.”
complex
“Public health officials rely on data synthesized by the CDC to coordinate large-scale immunization efforts and manage emerging epidemiological threats across international borders.”
Usage
Usually used with the definite article ('the CDC'); functions as a singular collective noun.
Real-World Examples
“The CDC doesn’t recommend testing ticks removed from people or animals, warning that false negatives and false positives can occur.” “The CDC recently declared watercress a nutrient powerhouse.” “Last week, Kaseya said officials were worried the virus could be mutating and that the Africa CDC was planning further studies with the WHO to investigate.” “The CDC offers several recommendations to help prevent infection .” Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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