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

Synonyms

• antipathetic
• averse

Examples of allergic in a Sentence

a lover of the outdoors who claims to be allergic to desk jobs

Recent Examples on the Web

The smoke from burning poison ivy can cause the same allergic reaction as on the skin but in the eyes, nose, mouth, throat, and lungs. —Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2024

Disney recently attempted to dismiss a wrongful death lawsuit after a woman died following an allergic reaction at one of its Walt Disney World resorts. —Emma Roth, The Verge, 27 Sep. 2024

Always check with a healthcare provider before implementing any essential oils into your routine to help avoid the possibility of an allergic reaction or adverse side effects. —Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 27 Sep. 2024

One of the kids loves tofu and tempeh while another is allergic to soy, peanut, legumes, and many fruits, vegetables, and pollens. —Bon Appétit Contributor, Bon Appétit, 26 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

allergy + -ic entry 1, after German allergisch

Note: See note at allergy.

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing allergic

• allergic rhinitis
• anti-allergic

Kids Definition

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

ə-ˈlər-ji-k(ə-)lē

adverb

The body reacts allergically, the skin reddening and breaking out in tiny blisters.

—Paul G. Donohue, The Springfield (Massachusetts) Union-News