allergic

adjective

al·​ler·​gic ə-ˈlər-jik How to pronounce allergic (audio)
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 Symptoms of an allergic reaction to cow's milk include lip swelling, hives, vomiting, crying, or blood in stools.9 These symptoms will appear immediately or shortly after your baby's exposure to milk. Erin Smith, Parents, 10 Sep. 2023 Some people can have severe allergic reactions to tree nuts. Delaney Nothaft, USA TODAY, 10 Sep. 2023 Note: Hives can be a symptom of anaphylaxis, a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that requires a trip to the emergency room, according to Mayo Clinic. Daley Quinn, Women's Health, 8 Sep. 2023 Some should avoid getting RSV vaccination Anyone who has ever had a severe allergic reaction to any component of either Arexvy or Abrysvo should not get the vaccination, according to the CDC. Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 7 Sep. 2023 Following the wedding, Tina shared with Entertainment Tonight how Solange had an allergic reaction and Beyoncé saved the day. Rebecca Aizin, Peoplemag, 3 Sep. 2023 As most people know, the late summer instigator of late-season allergic rhinitis is ragweed (Ambrosia artimisiifolia), with its bloom time that overlaps with many goldenrods but does so fully camouflaged in green flowers. Paul Cappiello, The Courier-Journal, 2 Sep. 2023 For example, mold may grow in the walls of older houses or after water damage, leading to allergic reactions if it is not eliminated. Sarah Klein, Health, 31 Aug. 2023 Through its interaction with receptors in the immune system, CBD oil may help regulate allergic responses and reduce skin irritation. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 30 Aug. 2023 See More

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Word History

Etymology

allergy + -ic entry 1, after German allergisch

Note: See note at allergy.

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of allergic was in 1908

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Cite this Entry

“Allergic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/allergic. Accessed 21 Sep. 2023.

Kids Definition

allergic

adjective
al·​ler·​gic ə-ˈlər-jik How to pronounce allergic (audio)
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 How to pronounce allergic (audio)
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
ə-ˈlər-ji-k(ə-)lē
adverb
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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