Synonyms for

Immune

Verb / ˌɪˈmju:n / Another word for immune — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

not affected or influenced by something

Synonyms & similar words

resistant resistant protected shielded invulnerable safe untouchable insusceptible unaffected impervious secure guarded fortified defended bulletproof impenetrable unconquerable indestructible incapable inexorable obdurate

Synonyms by register

Formal

exempt resistant unaffected invulnerable

Informal

safe protected off the hook

Literary

impenetrable unassailable

Antonyms

susceptible vulnerable exposed unprotected defenseless liable

Common collocations

  • immune system
  • immune to criticism
  • immune from prosecution
  • naturally immune
  • fully immune
  • become immune
  • remain immune
  • largely immune

Word family

noun immunity
adjective immune

Usage note

Often used in a medical context, but can also refer to being unaffected by something like criticism or rules. 'Immune to' is generally preferred over 'immune from' when referring to something one is unaffected by.

Example sentences

  1. The medicine made her immune to the flu virus.
  2. I am immune to their harsh words and they don't affect me anymore.
  3. He was immune to the poison as he had built up a tolerance to it.
  4. The castle was immune to attacks from the enemy.
  5. The vaccine will make you immune to the disease.

Quotes

  • Ignorance, allied with power, is the most ferocious enemy justice can have. - James Baldwin
  • The immune system is a complex system that requires balance and harmony. - Leonard Coldwell
  • We are all born with a unique genetic blueprint, which lays out the basic characteristics of our personality as well as our physical health and appearance... And yet, we all know that life experiences do change us. - Joan D. Vinge

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