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Allergenic: meaning, definitions and examples

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allergenic

 

[ ˌæləˈdʒɛnɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

medical terminology

Allergenic refers to substances that can cause an allergic reaction in sensitive individuals. These substances, known as allergens, may provoke immune responses, leading to symptoms like rashes, itching, or respiratory issues. Common allergens include pollen, certain foods, mold, pet dander, and dust mites. Understanding allergenic materials is crucial for managing allergies and preventing exposure.

Synonyms

allergen-inducing, hypersensitivity-causing

Examples of usage

  • Peanuts are a highly allergenic food.
  • Some plants release allergenic pollen in the spring.
  • Dust mites are common allergenic triggers in homes.

Translations

Translations of the word "allergenic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 alergénico

🇮🇳 एलर्जेनिक

🇩🇪 allergen

🇮🇩 alergenik

🇺🇦 алергенний

🇵🇱 alergiczny

🇯🇵 アレルギー性の

🇫🇷 allergénique

🇪🇸 alergénico

🇹🇷 alerjik

🇰🇷 알레르기성의

🇸🇦 مسبب للحساسية

🇨🇿 alergenní

🇸🇰 alergénny

🇨🇳 过敏性的

🇸🇮 alergen

🇮🇸 ofnæmisvaldandi

🇰🇿 аллергенді

🇬🇪 ალერგიული

🇦🇿 allerjenik

🇲🇽 alergénico

Etymology

The term 'allergenic' is derived from the word 'allergen', which was coined in the early 20th century following the discovery of the immune system's role in allergic reactions. The root 'allerg-' comes from the Greek word 'allos', meaning 'other', and 'ergon', meaning 'work' or 'reaction'. For the past century, the understanding of allergens has evolved significantly due to advances in both immunology and environmental science, highlighting the various ways in which certain substances can provoke immune responses in susceptible individuals. This evolution has important implications for both treatment and prevention strategies in allergy management.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,072 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.