Definition

In a way that relates to an antigen, which is a substance that triggers an immune response in the body.

Example

The vaccine works antigenically to help the body recognize and fight the virus.

Conversation

Did you know that vaccines work antigenically to help our immune system?

Really? I didn't know that was how they functioned.

Yes, they introduce a harmless part of the virus antigenically to prepare our body.

That's fascinating! I need to learn more about how vaccines protect us.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Antigenically → It is formed from "anti-" (meaning against) and "gen" (from Greek "genes", meaning born of or produced by) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to) and "-ally" (meaning in a manner). The word describes something that pertains to the production of substances that act against foreign substances in the body.

Memory Tip

Think of 'against' ('anti-') and 'produced by' ('gen') to remember that 'antigenically' refers to how something relates to substances that act against foreign invaders.

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