Definition

Relating to or causing a response from the immune system.

Example

The test showed that the substance was immunoreactive, indicating an immune response.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new study on allergies?

Yeah, I did! They mentioned how certain foods can be immunoreactive.

That's interesting! I wonder how many people are affected by immunoreactive reactions.

Probably more than we think; it's a pretty common issue these days.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Immunoreactive → It is formed from "immunis" (from Latin, meaning exempt or free from) and "reactive" (from Latin "reactivus", meaning able to react). The word describes something that is able to react in relation to immunity or immune responses.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'exempt' or 'free from' ('immunis') and 'able to react' ('reactive') — this helps you remember that 'immunoreactive' refers to something that can respond in the context of immunity.

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