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allergenic

/ˌæl.ɚˈdʒɛn.ɪk/
al · ler · gen · ic
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• adjective

1

Having the capacity to induce an allergic reaction, or relating to allergens.

Example

"Food manufacturers are legally required to clearly list highly allergenic ingredients like peanuts, shellfish, and dairy on product labels."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'allergenic' with 'allergic': a substance (such as pollen or peanuts) is 'allergenic' when it causes an allergic reaction, whereas a person is 'allergic' when they experience the reaction.

• Rhymes for allergenic

• Nearby Words

allegro
allentown
allergen
allergenic
allergic
allergist
allergy

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century from 'allergen' (a blend of German 'Allergie' and '-gen', meaning 'producing') plus the adjective suffix '-ic'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Allergenic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/allergenic
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