immunity

Meanings

• noun

  Freedom from disease or infection.

  - "The patient's immune system fought off the infection, providing them with full immunity."
  - "The vaccine granted herd immunity to the entire community."

• noun

  The ability of an organism to resist a particular disease or toxin.

  - "The bacteria developed immunity to the antibiotics."
  - "The immune response is crucial in preventing viral infections."

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Synonyms

exemption , free pass , get out of jail free card

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with immunity
gimmick , hymnicky , limerick

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Variants

List of all variants of immunity that leads to same result
immunities , immunity , active immunities , active immunity , community immunities , community immunity , herd immunity , passive immunities , passive immunity , passive immunization , passive immunizations , qualified immunity , diplomatic immunity

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'immunis', meaning 'free from', 'exempt'.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that the human body produces about 10,000 white blood cells every minute?

2. Immunity is not just about fighting diseases, but also about maintaining a balance between the body's immune response and preventing autoimmune disorders.

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Related Concepts

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1. Immune system: A complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against harmful microorganisms and other invaders.

2. Vaccination: The administration of a vaccine to provide immunity to a specific disease.

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Culture

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Immunity has been a significant topic in various forms of art and literature, often portrayed as a symbol of strength and protection. In literature, immunity is a recurring theme in works such as Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' and Aldous Huxley's 'Brave New World'. In music, there are songs that use the term 'immunity' metaphorically, such as 'Immunity' by Jonas Blue.

How to Memorize "immunity"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a shield or a fortress protecting your body from harmful invaders.
   - Imagine your immune cells as soldiers, working together to defend your body.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'immunity' with the image of a healthy body.
   - Connect the word 'immunity' with the concept of protection and strength.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'I Am' to remember the different parts of the immune system: Ingestion, Adsorption, and Multiplication.

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