
Diseased
Not Contagious
The word 'diseased' doesn't necessarily mean the condition can spread to others.

Avoid the diseased plants, although they can't infect the healthy ones.
Physical Illness
'Diseased' often refers to a tangible illness in animals or people, visible or diagnosed by a doctor.

Farmers culled the diseased livestock to prevent any spread of the illness.
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AfflictAilHealthyIllInfirmMorbidSickUnwell
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