immunological
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˌɪmjʊnəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/
KK: /ɪˌmjunəˈlɑgɪkəl/
adjective
Definition
Related to the study of the immune system and how it protects the body from diseases.
Example
The immunological response is crucial for fighting infections.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new immunological study that just came out?
No, I haven't! What does it focus on?
It explores how our bodies react to different vaccines from an immunological perspective.
That sounds fascinating! I love learning about how our immune system works.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
immune
defensive
protective
Antonyms
susceptible
vulnerable
unprotected
noun
Definition
A term related to the immune system, often used in the context of treatments or responses involving immunity.
Example
The doctor prescribed an immunological treatment to help boost the patient's immune response.
Conversation
Have you heard about the latest immunological treatments for allergies?
Yeah, I read that they can really help people feel better.
It's amazing how far we've come in understanding the immune system.
Root Explanation
Immunological → It is formed from "immunis" (from Latin, meaning exempt or free from) and "-logia" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or science). The word "immunological" refers to the study of the immune system and its functions, particularly in relation to disease and health.
Memory Tip
Think of 'immunis' meaning 'exempt' — this helps you remember that 'immunological' relates to the study of how the body is protected from disease.
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