allergic

[uh-lur-jik]

adjective

1. of or relating to allergy.

   an allergic reaction to wool.

2. having an allergy.

3. Informal.,  having a strong dislike or aversion.

   He's allergic to most modern music.

allergic

/ əˈlɜːdʒɪk /

adjective

1. of, relating to, having, or caused by an allergy

2. informal,  having an aversion (to)

   he's allergic to work

Other Word Forms

• unallergic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of allergic¹

First recorded in 1910–15; allerg(y) + -ic

Example Sentences

A cough can result from either infection or an allergic reaction.

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The parents of a teenager who died from an allergic reaction after eating a pre-packed baguette have said their daughter would be "very proud" of how a change in the law is saving lives.

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Insulin from cattle and pigs had been used to treat diabetes, but caused allergic reactions in some patients.

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Already, Tipping is as allergic to subtlety as a forward pass right down the middle on the 50-yard line — or whatever football play would be a really obvious one.

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The Emmy-nominated “Modern Family” and “Griselda” star decided to pull out of her awards commitments on Sunday to receive treatment for an allergic reaction.

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Related Words

• hypersensitive 
• susceptible