Immunity
(noun)
- The ability of an organism to resist disease or infection.
- An exemption from certain duties or liabilities granted by a government or other authority.
- A privilege or right granted to a person, group, or organization.
Origin:
Late 16th century, from latin immunitas, from immunis "free, exempt".
Examples:
- People who have recovered from a disease can have some immunity to it.
- The diplomat was given immunity from prosecution.
- The company was granted immunity in exchange for providing information.
- Vaccines can provide immunity to many diseases.
- Her immunity from prosecution gave her the confidence to speak out.