allergy vs hypersensitivity reaction
hypersensitivity reaction vs allergyallergy and hypersensitivity reaction both are nouns.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| allergy | Yes | No | No | No |
| hypersensitivity reaction | Yes | No | No | No |
As nouns,
hypersensitivity reaction is a hypernym of
allergy; that is, hypersensitivity reaction is a
word with a broader meaning than allergy:
- allergy: hypersensitivity reaction to a particular allergen; symptoms can vary greatly in intensity
- hypersensitivity reaction: an inappropriate and excessive reaction to an allergen (as pollen or dust or animal hair or certain foods); severity ranges from mild allergy to severe systemic reactions leading to anaphylactic shock
| allergy (noun) | hypersensitivity reaction (noun) |
|---|---|
| hypersensitivity reaction to a particular allergen; symptoms can vary greatly in intensity | an inappropriate and excessive reaction to an allergen (as pollen or dust or animal hair or certain foods); severity ranges from mild allergy to severe systemic reactions leading to anaphylactic shock |
Words related to "allergy"
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