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Topic: Science

antigenic

IPA: /ˌæn.tɪˈdʒɛn.ɪk/

KK: /æntɪˈdʒɛnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a substance that triggers an immune response in the body.

Example: The vaccine is designed to be antigenic, helping the body recognize and fight off the virus.

antigenically

IPA: /ˌæntɪˈdʒɛnɪkli/

KK: /æntɪˈdʒɛnɪkli/

adverb

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.

antigenicity

IPA: /ˌæntɪdʒəˈnɪsɪti/

KK: /æn'tɪdʒə'nɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: The ability of a substance to provoke an immune response in the body.

Example: The antigenicity of the vaccine is crucial for its effectiveness in preventing disease.

antiglobulin

IPA: /ˌæntɪˈɡlɒb.jʊ.lɪn/

KK: /æntiˈɡlɒb.jʊ.lɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of substance that reacts with globulins in the blood, often used in medical tests.

Example: The doctor ordered an antiglobulin test to check for blood compatibility.

antigravity

IPA: /ˈæntiˌɡrævɪti/

KK: /ˈæntiˌgrævɪti/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the reduction or cancellation of the effects of gravity.

Example: The scientists are working on an antigravity device that could change how we travel.

noun

Definition: A theoretical concept that suggests the ability to counteract or eliminate the force of gravity.

Example: Scientists are exploring the possibilities of antigravity technology for future space travel.

antiherpes

IPA: /ˈæntiˌhɜːr.pɪs/

KK: /ˈæntiˌhɜrpis/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that works against or prevents herpes infections.

Example: The new cream has antiherpes properties that help reduce outbreaks.

antihistamine

IPA: /ˌæn.tiˈhɪs.tə.miːn/

KK: /ˌæntiˈhɪstəˌmin/

noun

Definition: A type of medicine that helps relieve allergy symptoms by blocking the effects of a substance called histamine in the body.

Example: She took an antihistamine to help with her hay fever symptoms.

antihistaminic

IPA: /ˌæn.tiˈhɪs.təˌmɪ.nɪk/

KK: /ˌæntiˈhɪstəˌmɪnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to substances that counteract the effects of histamines in the body, often used to relieve allergy symptoms.

Example: The doctor prescribed an antihistaminic medication to help with my seasonal allergies.

noun

Definition: A type of drug that helps relieve allergy symptoms by blocking the effects of histamine in the body.

Example: The doctor prescribed an antihistaminic to help with my seasonal allergies.

antihormone

IPA: /ˌæntiˈhɔːrmoʊn/

KK: /ˈæntiˌhɔrmən/

noun

Definition: A substance that works against the effects of a hormone in the body.

Example: Tamoxifen is an example of an antihormone used in cancer treatment.

antihysteric

IPA: /ˌæntiˈhɪstərɪk/

KK: /ˌæntiˈhɪstərɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that works against or reduces hysteria, often used in a medical or psychological context.

Example: The doctor prescribed an antihysteric medication to help calm her anxiety during the therapy sessions.

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