as in dislikes
a strong feeling of not liking or approving
independent-minded people who seem to have an allergy to any control from the government
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of allergies
Consumers with allergies depend on clear labeling to make safe purchasing decisions, and a mismatch between actual product contents and packaging creates a dangerous situation.
—
Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
Egg allergies are one of the most common food allergies, particularly among children, and reactions can range from mild symptoms like hives or stomach upset to severe, life-threatening anaphylaxis.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
Eliana didn’t have allergies or a gastrointestinal condition; instead, tests pointed to a problem with her immune system.
—Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC news, 15 Oct. 2025
May Ease Allergies Research suggests celery could be beneficial for protecting against allergies and inflammation.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 14 Oct. 2025
And despite the common misconception, goldenrod is not a source of seasonal allergies (ragweed, which blooms at the same time, is the real culprit).
—Viveka Neveln, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Oct. 2025
While some diseases, like seasonal allergies, asthma, and autoimmune diseases, are known to cause eosinophilia, or an abnormally high number of these cells, the role of eosinophilia in chronic pain hasn’t been well explored.
—New Atlas, 13 Oct. 2025
There’s no gluten, corn, wheat, lactose, or soy, so each one is suitable for dogs with allergies.
—Christine Persaud, USA Today, 13 Oct. 2025
Both Leonas and Miller suggest that those with sensitive skin or people who have specific allergies are likely the most impacted by new clothing’s loose dyes and chemicals, as the garments’ contact with skin may cause rashes; dry, itchy patches; and other types of uncomfortable reactions.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 9 Oct. 2025
Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
Egg allergies are one of the most common food allergies, particularly among children, and reactions can range from mild symptoms like hives or stomach upset to severe, life-threatening anaphylaxis.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
Eliana didn’t have allergies or a gastrointestinal condition; instead, tests pointed to a problem with her immune system.
—Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC news, 15 Oct. 2025
May Ease Allergies Research suggests celery could be beneficial for protecting against allergies and inflammation.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 14 Oct. 2025
And despite the common misconception, goldenrod is not a source of seasonal allergies (ragweed, which blooms at the same time, is the real culprit).
—Viveka Neveln, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Oct. 2025
While some diseases, like seasonal allergies, asthma, and autoimmune diseases, are known to cause eosinophilia, or an abnormally high number of these cells, the role of eosinophilia in chronic pain hasn’t been well explored.
—New Atlas, 13 Oct. 2025
There’s no gluten, corn, wheat, lactose, or soy, so each one is suitable for dogs with allergies.
—Christine Persaud, USA Today, 13 Oct. 2025
Both Leonas and Miller suggest that those with sensitive skin or people who have specific allergies are likely the most impacted by new clothing’s loose dyes and chemicals, as the garments’ contact with skin may cause rashes; dry, itchy patches; and other types of uncomfortable reactions.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 9 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for allergies
dislikes
Noun
-
Would this new body still be the same person with all their quirks and mannerisms, as well as sharing the same interests or dislikes, or a version of them?—
Sergio Pereira,
Space.com,
3 Oct. 2025
-
Every team knows a great deal about their strengths and weaknesses, their likes and dislikes.—
Elliott Teaford,
Oc Register,
28 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Allergies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allergies. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share