Allergic — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ə-ˈlər-jik/ al·ler·gic

Meaning & Definition of Allergic

Allergic (adjective)

  1. of, relating to, affected with, or caused by allergy
  2. having an aversion

Allergic (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. having a natural dislike for something

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

    similar: antipathetic, averse, down on
    related: afraid, disinclined, loath, reluctant, unwilling, antagonistic, hostile, intolerant, negative, opposed, opposing, resistant, resisting, uncongenial, unfriendly, unsympathetic, disgusted, nauseated, repelled, repulsed, revolted, shocked, squeamish, turned off
    near: friendly, sympathetic, tolerant, understanding, admiring, appreciative, charmed, delighted, fond, pleased, tickled

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Allergic

The most common words with a similar meaning to Allergic:

antipathetic, averse, down on

Related Words for Allergic

afraid, disinclined, loath, reluctant, unwilling, antagonistic, hostile, intolerant, negative, opposed, opposing, resistant, resisting, uncongenial, unfriendly, unsympathetic, disgusted, nauseated, repelled, repulsed, revolted, shocked, squeamish, turned off

Near Antonyms of Allergic

friendly, sympathetic, tolerant, understanding, admiring, appreciative, charmed, delighted, fond, pleased, tickled

Origin & Etymology of Allergic

allergy + -ic:1, after German allergisch

First known use: 1908

Words & Phrases Containing Allergic

allergic rhinitis, anti-allergic

Frequently Asked Questions about Allergic

What does "Allergic" mean?

"Allergic" means of, relating to, affected with, or caused by allergy. As an adjective, it is defined as: of, relating to, affected with, or caused by allergy.

What is another word for "Allergic"?

Other words for "Allergic" include antipathetic, averse and down on. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Allergic" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Allergic"?

There are 27 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Allergic". Common alternatives include antipathetic, averse and down on.

How do you use "Allergic" in a sentence?

Examples of "Allergic" in a sentence: "a lover of the outdoors who claims to be allergic to desk jobs".

Is "Allergic" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Allergic" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Allergic"?

"Allergic" is pronounced /ə-ˈlər-jik/ and divided into syllables as al·ler·gic.

What is the origin of the word "Allergic"?

"Allergic" comes from allergy + -ic:1, after German allergisch. First known use: 1908.

What is another word for "Allergic" meaning "having a natural dislike for something"?

When "Allergic" (adjective) means having a natural dislike for something, synonyms include antipathetic, averse and down on.