allergic
adjective
al·ler·gic
ə-ˈlər-jik 
1
: of, relating to, affected with, or caused by allergy
2
: having an aversion
allergic to work
Examples of allergic in a Sentence
a lover of the outdoors who claims to be allergic to desk jobs
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The inclusion of peanuts, sesame, soy and wheat in a product without proper disclosure poses a serious risk of allergic reactions, which can range from mild discomfort to life-threatening anaphylaxis.
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David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Apr. 2025
These supplements may trigger allergic reactions, such as anaphylaxis, a severe, even life-threatening reaction to a substance.23
Biotin is not known to cause side effects in most people, even when taken in large amounts.
—Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 11 Apr. 2025
Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction that can cause swelling of the throat, breathing difficulties, and even death.6
Packing allergy-free snacks can protect your child and others at school from allergic reactions.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 11 Apr. 2025
Just 16 months prior, Walker had experienced a similar episode of swelling, which doctors had dismissed as an allergic reaction.
—Jordan Greene, People.com, 11 Apr. 2025
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David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Apr. 2025
These supplements may trigger allergic reactions, such as anaphylaxis, a severe, even life-threatening reaction to a substance.23
Biotin is not known to cause side effects in most people, even when taken in large amounts.
—Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 11 Apr. 2025
Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction that can cause swelling of the throat, breathing difficulties, and even death.6
Packing allergy-free snacks can protect your child and others at school from allergic reactions.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 11 Apr. 2025
Just 16 months prior, Walker had experienced a similar episode of swelling, which doctors had dismissed as an allergic reaction.
—Jordan Greene, People.com, 11 Apr. 2025
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“Allergic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/allergic. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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allergic
adjective
al·ler·gic
ə-ˈlər-jik
1
: of, relating to, affected with, or caused by allergy
an allergic reaction
2
: having a dislike for something
allergic to hard work
Medical Definition
allergic
adjective
al·ler·gic
ə-ˈlər-jik
1
: of, relating to, or characterized by allergy
an allergic reaction
allergic diseases
2
: affected with allergy : subject to an allergic reaction
he is allergic to pollen
allergically
adverb
ə-ˈlər-ji-k(ə-)lē
The body reacts allergically, the skin reddening and breaking out in tiny blisters.
—Paul G. Donohue, The Springfield (Massachusetts) Union-News
Paul G. Donohue, The Springfield (Massachusetts) Union-News
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