anaphylactic

/ˌænəfaɪˈlæktɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

causing anaphylaxis, or relating to a severe, sudden allergic reaction.

“After eating the peanuts, she became anaphylactic and broke out in hives.”

2. noun

a severe, sudden allergic reaction.

“She had to rush to the hospital because of an anaphylactic episode.”

Synonyms

  • allergic
  • hypersensitive

Antonyms

  • insensitive
  • tolerant