ALLERGIC Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

allergic

adjective

ə-ˈlər-jik

Definition of allergic

as in afraid

having a natural dislike for something a lover of the outdoors who claims to be allergic to desk jobs

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Recent Examples of allergic Three years ago, the FDA determined that certain peptides should not be compounded, citing significant safety concerns, including the risk of life-threatening allergic reactions. — Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 22 July 2026 An allergic reaction to popcorn likely stems from an allergy to a protein found in corn, according to NY Allergy & Sinus Centers. — Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026 However, some studies have shown that eating goji berries may trigger an allergic reaction in some people; they have also been seen to interfere with diabetes medications and blood thinners. — Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 July 2026 Symptoms of the allergic reactions at AGS can vary case by case and in severity, but can include hives, angioedema (deep-swelling of the lips, eyes, tongue, and throat), wheezing, gastrointestinal distress and even fatal anaphylaxis. — Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for allergic

Recent Examples of Synonyms for allergic

Adjective

The kind who drive across town for the right crust and aren't afraid to wait for it.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
Don’t be afraid to volunteer for a responsibility that scares you a little.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026

Definition of afraid

Adjective

Because the city’s median household income is $39,938, corporate analyses often project low profit margins, making retailers more reluctant to expand or relocate in Detroit.

— Stephanie Leiser, The Conversation, 3 Aug. 2026
According to a source, Garrett was reluctant to make wholesale changes, believing major tweaks would do more harm than good.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of reluctant

Adjective

Some White House aides who focus on politics were strongly opposed, one of the sources said.

— Margaret Brennan, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Gallup found in a survey published in May that seven in 10 Americans oppose the construction of an AI data center in their local area, with 48% strongly opposed.

— Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 30 July 2026

Definition of opposed

Adjective

The eight bean bags are divided according to color, and players will alternate standing behind their cornhole board and tossing the bean bags at the opposing board.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026
Still, MacDonald’s claims matter in part because of two opposing movements.

— John Blake, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of opposing

Adjective

The Lacobs were ultimately too risk-averse, too cautious, and too self-absorbed to build anything of worth without their former general manager.

— Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 24 July 2026
But while her style remains endlessly influential, most of Birkin’s make-up-averse acolytes are more likely to be multi-hyphenate creatives than, say, investment bankers with seven figures to spare.

— Olivia Allen, Vogue, 21 July 2026