ALLERGY Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

allergy

noun

ˈa-lər-jē

Definition of allergy

as in dislike

a strong feeling of not liking or approving independent-minded people who seem to have an allergy to any control from the government

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Recent Examples of allergy Respiratory symptoms that are getting worse, or not improving and not clearly caused by something like seasonal allergies, are another reason to keep the backpack by the door. — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 18 Aug. 2026 Packing Lunch for Picky Eaters Whether your child has allergies or food sensitivities, or prefers to stick to familiar foods, experts offer guidance to make lunchtime planning a little easier. — Isabel Lopez, Parents, 17 Aug. 2026 People who have an allergy to any of the ingredients or who’ve had Guillain-Barré syndrome after flu vaccination in the past should not get the new vaccine. — Elise Haulund, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026 These are the cells that offer protection from viruses, bacteria, and pathogens, and their disruption could lead to allergies, autoimmunity, and other health problems. — Lorraine Boissoneault, STAT, 12 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for allergy

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Another personal fear Chase infused into the script was his dislike of dentists, which leads to several squirmy big-screen moments.

— William Earl, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026
When an aide delivers a decision Harry dislikes, the easiest person to blame is the messenger.

— Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of dislike

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Hong Kong authorities defend the verdict Hong Kong leader John Lee said the alliance has long deliberately planted seeds of hatred against the party and the central government in society, and their acts endangered national security.

— Kanis Leung, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026
But choices like Wintour’s silence the very people hurt by ethnic hatred.

— The Week US, TheWeek, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of hatred

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