Allergenic ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Allergenic ( adjective )

Capable of causing an allergic reaction.

Origin:

From allergen + -ic, from greek ἄλλος (allos, "other") and -γενής (-genēs, "born"), meaning "causing an allergic reaction".

Examples:

1. The allergenic pollen made his eyes itch and water.
2. She was advised to avoid allergenic foods.
3. He carried an epi-pen for his allergenic reactions.
4. The allergenic mold in the basement was making her sick.
5. The allergenic dust was causing a rash on her skin.

(As a noun)

Allergenic ( noun )

Capable of causing an allergic reaction.

Origin:

From allergen + -ic, from greek ἄλλος (allos, "other") and -γενής (-genēs, "born"), meaning "causing an allergic reaction".

Examples:

1. The allergenic pollen made his eyes itch and water.
2. She was advised to avoid allergenic foods.
3. He carried an epi-pen for his allergenic reactions.
4. The allergenic mold in the basement was making her sick.
5. The allergenic dust was causing a rash on her skin.