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allergic
adjective
al·ler·gic
ə-ˈlər-jik
1
: of, relating to, affected with, or caused by allergy
2
: having an aversion
allergic to work
Examples of allergic in a Sentence
a lover of the outdoors who claims to be allergic to desk jobs
Recent Examples on the Web
Ginkgo biloba: Side effects of ginkgo biloba in energy drinks can include allergic skin reactions, gastrointestinal upset, and headaches.
—Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 1 July 2024
Those consumers have to be constantly aware of foods that can cause potentially life-threatening allergic reactions, said Sung Poblete, FARE’s chief executive.
—Will Daniel, Fortune, 26 June 2024
Severe side effects, including GBS and severe allergic reactions, are rare.
—Beth Weinhouse, Health, 26 June 2024
Empress Masako is allergic to horses, according to royal reporter Rebecca English of the Daily Mail.
—Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 25 June 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1908, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Phrases Containing allergic
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Cite this Entry
“Allergic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/allergic. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
Kids Definition
allergic
adjective
al·ler·gic
ə-ˈlər-jik
1
: of, relating to, affected with, or caused by allergy
an allergic reaction
2
: having a dislike for something
allergic to hard work
Medical Definition
allergic
adjective
al·ler·gic
ə-ˈlər-jik
1
: of, relating to, or characterized by allergy
an allergic reaction
allergic diseases
2
: affected with allergy : subject to an allergic reaction
he is allergic to pollen
allergically
adverb
ə-ˈlər-ji-k(ə-)lē
The body reacts allergically, the skin reddening and breaking out in tiny blisters.
—Paul G. Donohue, The Springfield (Massachusetts) Union-News
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