Affection
Affection noun - An abnormal state that disrupts a plant's or animal's normal bodily functioning.
Usage example: born with a heart affection that later caused him problems
Pestilence and affection are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Pestilence" instead a noun "Affection".
Pestilence
Pestilence noun - A widespread disease resulting in a high rate of death.
Usage example: the fear that terrorists could unleash a pestilence that would wreak unspeakable havoc
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Synonyms for Pestilence
Affection and pestilence are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Affection" instead a noun "Pestilence".
Nearby Words: pestilential, pestilent
How words are described
Both words in one sentence
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In "Two Minutes to Midnight", Pestilence is hinted to have some affection for the demon accompanying him when he hugs her.
Source: Even Evil Has Loved Ones
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