immunized
Americanadjective
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protected from a disease or the like.
Measles is rare among immunized patients, especially those who have had two doses of the vaccine.
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exempt, shielded, or protected.
Almost all major U.S. and EU passenger airlines are now members of immunized alliances that exempt them from certain antitrust laws.
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Law. having or relating to exemption from criminal prosecution, legal liability, or punishment on certain conditions.
Executives of the company were also indicted, but escaped trial after giving immunized testimony against state officials.
Other Word Forms
- nonimmunized adjective
- unimmunized adjective
Etymology
Origin of immunized
First recorded in 1890–95; immunize ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Those who are not immunized or are unsure of their status should monitor themselves closely for signs of infection.
From Los Angeles Times
People who aren’t fully immunized should contact a healthcare provider if exposure happened less than a week ago, according to the release.
From Los Angeles Times
The U.S. recommends youngsters to get immunized against 18 diseases, while Denmark recommends 10.
Infants were also able to get immunized starting that year through monoclonal antibodies, which aren’t technically vaccines but function similarly in this case.
From Los Angeles Times
Older adults who have been previously immunized against RSV generally don’t need to get another vaccine, according to current guidelines.
From Los Angeles Times
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