Anaphylactic

Pronunciation: /ˌænəfəˈlæktɪk/

Definitions of anaphylactic

adjective relating to or caused by anaphylaxis, a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction

Example Sentences

A1 She had an anaphylactic reaction to peanuts and had to go to the hospital.

A2 If you have an anaphylactic allergy, it is important to always carry an EpiPen.

B1 The doctor quickly recognized the signs of an anaphylactic shock and administered epinephrine.

B2 People with an anaphylactic reaction to shellfish should avoid eating it at all costs.

C1 An anaphylactic response can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention.

C2 The hospital staff was well-prepared to handle any cases of anaphylactic shock that came in.

Examples of anaphylactic in a Sentence

formal The patient experienced an anaphylactic reaction after eating shellfish.

informal My friend had an anaphylactic shock from peanuts.

slang I can't have dairy, I go anaphylactic.

figurative The sudden drop in stock prices caused an anaphylactic shock in the market.

Grammatical Forms of anaphylactic

• past tense: anaphylactic reaction
• plural: anaphylactics
• comparative: more anaphylactic
• superlative: most anaphylactic
• present tense: anaphylactic
• future tense: will be anaphylactic
• perfect tense: have been anaphylactic
• continuous tense: is being anaphylactic
• singular: anaphylactic
• positive degree: anaphylactic
• infinitive: to be anaphylactic
• gerund: being anaphylactic
• participle: anaphylactic

Origin and Evolution of anaphylactic

First Known Use: 1902 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'anaphylactic' originated from the Greek words 'ana' meaning against and 'phylaxis' meaning protection.

Evolution of the word: The term 'anaphylactic' was first used in 1902 by Charles Richet to describe a severe allergic reaction. Over time, the word has become commonly used in the medical field to refer to a life-threatening allergic reaction.