allergic — having an allergy to a particular substance; causing or relating to an allergy
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having an allergy to a particular substance; causing or relating to an allergy
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈlɜːrdʒɪk/
Example Sentences
- My cat is allergic to cheap cat food and only eats the expensive organic stuff.
- The doctor confirmed that I'm allergic to dust mites, not to housework as I had hoped.
- She carries an allergic medication kit whenever she travels to new countries.
allergic
ADJECTIVE[/əˈlɜːrdʒɪk/]
having an allergy to a particular substance; causing or relating to an allergy
He's allergic to peanuts, so one bite swelled his lips instantly.
From lethargic to allergic in seconds!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The term was coined in 1906 by Austrian pediatrician Clemens von Pirquet from Greek roots. It combines 'allos' (other, different) and 'ergon' (action, work), literally meaning 'abnormal reaction' or 'altered response'.
Breakdown
allos- (other, different) + ergon (action, work) + -ic (adjective suffix forming descriptive adjectives)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat is allergic to cheap cat food and only eats the expensive organic stuff.”
“The doctor confirmed that I'm allergic to dust mites, not to housework as I had hoped.”
“She carries an allergic medication kit whenever she travels to new countries.”
“My boss seems allergic to giving compliments or raises.”
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