B1verb 2K

Vaccinate

🇬🇧 UK //ˈvæk.sɪ.neɪt// 🇺🇸 US //ˈvæk.sɪ.neɪt//

Meaning of Vaccinate

To administer a vaccine to someone to protect them from a disease.

In simple words: To give someone a vaccine to protect them from disease.

Vaccinate in a sentence

• The doctor will vaccinate the children against measles.
• It is important to vaccinate your pets to prevent diseases.
• Many countries have programs to vaccinate the population during outbreaks.
• Parents are encouraged to vaccinate their children before school starts.
• Health authorities aim to vaccinate as many people as possible each year.

How to use Vaccinate

Use 'vaccinate' when speaking about preventing illnesses through vaccines. It's suitable in medical, educational, and public health contexts.

Grammar pattern

vaccinate + object

Memory hint

Think of 'vac-cin-ate' as 'vacationing from diseases'.

Related words

Collocations with Vaccinate

• vaccinate against
• vaccinate for
• vaccinate children

Synonyms for Vaccinate

• immunize
• inoculate
• protect

Opposites of Vaccinate

• infect
• endanger

Common mistakes with Vaccinate

• Confused with 'inoculate' — both mean similar things but 'vaccinate' is more common.
• Using 'vaccinate' incorrectly in past tense; should use 'vaccinated'.
• Confusing the subject; remember, a doctor vaccinates a patient, not the other way around.

Frequently asked questions about Vaccinate

What does Vaccinate mean?

To give someone a vaccine to protect them from disease.

What is the definition of Vaccinate?

To administer a vaccine to someone to protect them from a disease.

How do you use Vaccinate in a sentence?

The doctor will vaccinate the children against measles.

Can you give another example of Vaccinate?

It is important to vaccinate your pets to prevent diseases.

What are synonyms for Vaccinate?

Common alternatives include immunize, inoculate, protect.

What is the opposite of Vaccinate?

Opposite meanings include infect, endanger.

What words go with Vaccinate?

It commonly pairs with vaccinate against, vaccinate for, vaccinate children.

What are common mistakes when using Vaccinate?

Confused with 'inoculate' — both mean similar things but 'vaccinate' is more common. Using 'vaccinate' incorrectly in past tense; should use 'vaccinated'. Confusing the subject; remember, a doctor vaccinates a patient, not the other way around.

How do you pronounce Vaccinate?

US: //ˈvæk.sɪ.neɪt//, UK: //ˈvæk.sɪ.neɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Vaccinate?

Use 'vaccinate' when speaking about preventing illnesses through vaccines. It's suitable in medical, educational, and public health contexts.

What CEFR level is Vaccinate?

"Vaccinate" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.