allergic

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   having an allergy or peculiar or excessive susceptibility, especially to a specific factor

   It is not uncommon to be allergic to certain pets.

2. 2
   adj

   characterized by or caused by allergy

   an allergic reaction

3. 3
   adj

   Having an allergy.

   I am allergic to cats.

4. 4
   adj

   Highly averse.

   I'm allergic to homework.

5. 5
   adj

   Of or pertaining to allergy.

6. 6
   noun

   A person who has an allergy.

Etymology

From allergy + -ic.