high incidence

noun phrase

Meaning

The frequent occurrence or high rate of a specific event, condition, or disease within a population or area.

Examples

The region has a high incidence of skin cancer due to prolonged exposure to intense sunlight.
Researchers noted a high incidence of technical errors in the early stages of the software rollout.

Synonyms: common, frequent, widespread, prevalent, ubiquitous

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high incidence

noun phrase

Pronunciation: haɪ ˈɪnsɪdəns

Definition

The frequent occurrence or high rate of a specific event, condition, or disease within a population or area.

Examples

The region has a high incidence of skin cancer due to prolonged exposure to intense sunlight.
Researchers noted a high incidence of technical errors in the early stages of the software rollout.
There is a high incidence of poverty in the rural districts compared to the urban centers.

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