Immunity Meaning
/ɪˈmjuːnəti/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe state of being insusceptible to something; notably:
nounThe state of being insusceptible to something; notably:, Protective resistance against disease.
Sentence Examples
Members of parliament deserve immunity and a paid salary to guarantee their independence.
Parliamentary immunity is a controversial issue.
He couldn't be charged because he had diplomatic immunity.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
After recovering from chickenpox, the child gained a strong natural ____ to the virus.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The vaccine provides long-lasting ____ against several very dangerous and infectious diseases.
Word Origin & History
From Middle English immunite, from Old French immunité, from Latin immūnitās, in the legal sense; for the medical use see immunization. Equivalent to immune + -ity.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"Nevertheless, his reason rebelled, and his sense of religion by no means allowed the justice of refusing the amiable, handsome, and wealthy Englishman, whom his sweet child preferred, and who was perfectly willing that the signora should enjoy all the liberty required by her conscience and her church, together with such sums as should, from time to time, purchase the prayers of the faithful, and all other immunities, so far as his fortune furnished the means."
— 1842, [anonymous collaborator of Letitia Elizabeth Landon], chapter XXIX, in Lady Anne Granard; or, Keeping up Appearances. […], volume II, London: Henry Colburn, […], →OCLC, page 81:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
After recovering from chickenpox, the child gained a strong natural ____ to the virus.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The vaccine provides long-lasting ____ against several very dangerous and infectious diseases.