immune response

noun

: a bodily response to an antigen that occurs when lymphocytes identify the antigenic molecule as foreign and induce the formation of antibodies and lymphocytes capable of reacting with it and rendering it harmless

called also immune reaction

Examples of immune response in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Long-term studies tracking cancer progression, immune response and climate systems lose continuity. —Dave Doneson, New York Daily News, 7 Mar. 2026

The most significant way to manage chronic hives is with medications, including antihistamines or drugs that target the immune response. —Zia Sherrell, Health, 7 Mar. 2026

The gel may reduce skin inflammation (irritation resulting from an immune response). —Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 3 Mar. 2026

In humans, researchers who conducted a 2021 review concluded that there is some evidence that nutrients such as vitamins and minerals can help support the body’s immune response and help fight infections in general. —The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1923, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for immune response

• bons
• hans
• launce
• nonce
• sconce
• esperance
• nonchalance
• nonresponse
• renaissance
• naissance

Kids Definition

immune response

noun

: a bodily response to a foreign substance, cell, or tissue that involves the formation of antibodies and cells capable of reacting with it and rendering it harmless

called also immune reaction

Medical Definition

immune response

noun

: a bodily response to an antigen that occurs when lymphocytes identify the antigenic molecule as foreign and induce the formation of antibodies and lymphocytes capable of reacting with it and rendering it harmless

called also immune reaction