Meaning & Definition of word "Immunity"

Immunity

/ɪˈmjunɪti/

1. The state of being immune to a particular disease or infection.
- Example: Vaccination can provide immunity against certain diseases.
2. Exemption from a legal duty or penalty.
- Example: The diplomat was granted immunity from prosecution under international law.
3. A condition that protects an individual from the effects of harmful agents, such as drugs or diseases.
- Example: The patient gained immunity after recovering from the infection.

●From Latin 'imunitas', meaning 'exemption from taxes or public service'.

diplomatic immunity:

Exemption from legal jurisdiction granted to diplomats.

herd immunity:

Immunity that occurs when a substantial portion of a population becomes immune to an infectious disease.

immunity from prosecution:

Legal protection preventing an individual from being prosecuted for a crime.

immune:

Protected from disease; not affected by.

vaccination:

The act of administering a vaccine to produce immunity against disease.

antibody:

A protein produced by the body to neutralize or destroy toxins or pathogens.

Meaning: Being untouchable or exempt from negative consequences.

● Example Sentence: In his world, he had immunity from the rules that applied to everyone else.

Meaning: Having a free pass in situations, often used in informal contexts.

● Example Sentence: She has immunity from chores because she did the cooking.