B2adjective2K

UK/["/ɪˈmjuːn/"]/US/["/ɪˈmjuːn/"]/

Meaning of Immune

that cannot catch or be affected by a particular disease or illness

In simple words: Not affected by something bad, like a disease.

Immune in a sentence

  • Adults are often immune to German measles.
  • Many people are immune to this disease.
  • The vaccination doesn't necessarily make you completely immune.
  • You'll eventually become immune to criticism.
  • Few people are immune to her charms.
  • Our business is far from immune to economic conditions.
  • No one should be immune from prosecution.
  • Not even the monarch was immune from criticism by the press.

How to use Immune

Often used in medical or health contexts. Appropriate when discussing health, immunity, or resistance to diseases. Avoid using in casual conversations where specific disease context is not relevant.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Sounds like 'I’m immune' — imagine saying it while feeling safe from illness.

Related words

Synonyms for Immune

  • resistant
  • protected
  • invulnerable
  • safe

Opposites of Immune

Common mistakes with Immune

  • Confused with 'emune' which doesn't exist.
  • Using 'immunity' incorrectly as an adjective instead of 'immune'.
  • Mispronouncing as 'im-youne' instead of 'im-mune'.

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Frequently asked questions about Immune

What does Immune mean?

Not affected by something bad, like a disease.

What is the definition of Immune?

that cannot catch or be affected by a particular disease or illness

How do you use Immune in a sentence?

Adults are often immune to German measles.

Can you give another example of Immune?

Many people are immune to this disease.

What are synonyms for Immune?

Common alternatives include resistant, protected, invulnerable, safe.

What is the opposite of Immune?

Opposite meanings include susceptible, vulnerable.

What words go with Immune?

It commonly pairs with be, seem, become, completely, totally, to, appear, be, prove, completely, entirely, totally, from, to, appear, be, prove, completely, entirely, totally, from, to.

What are common mistakes when using Immune?

Confused with 'emune' which doesn't exist. Using 'immunity' incorrectly as an adjective instead of 'immune'. Mispronouncing as 'im-youne' instead of 'im-mune'.

How do you pronounce Immune?

US: /["/ɪˈmjuːn/"]/, UK: /["/ɪˈmjuːn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Immune?

Often used in medical or health contexts. Appropriate when discussing health, immunity, or resistance to diseases. Avoid using in casual conversations where specific disease context is not relevant.

What CEFR level is Immune?

"Immune" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.