Definition

Not having received a vaccine or immunization to protect against disease.

Example

The clinic is offering free vaccinations for unimmunized children.

Conversation

Have you heard about the recent health concerns regarding unimmunized kids?

Yeah, I read an article about it; it's pretty alarming.

I can't believe some parents still choose to keep their children unimmunized.

I know, right? It's important to protect everyone in the community.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unimmunized → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "immunized" (from Latin "immunis", meaning exempt or free from). The word "unimmunized" means not exempt from disease or not having received immunity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'immunized', which means someone who is not protected against disease.

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