Definition

To make someone or something resistant to a disease, often by giving them a vaccine.

Example

The doctor will immunize the children against measles.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that they are offering free vaccines to immunize everyone in the community?

Yeah, I saw that! It’s a great way to keep us all safe.

I think it's important to immunize ourselves, especially with flu season coming up.

Absolutely! I'm planning to get mine next week.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Immunize → It is formed from "immunis" (from Latin, meaning exempt or free from) and the suffix "-ize" (meaning to make or to become). The word "immunize" means to make someone exempt from a disease or to provide immunity.

Memory Tip

Think of making someone 'exempt' ('immunis') from illness — that's what immunize means.

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