English Word · Intermediate
allergy
reaction to a normally harmless substance
Pronunciation: /ˈælədʒi/
Meaning
A condition in which the body reacts badly to a substance that is harmless to most people.
Example
She told the waiter about her nut allergy.
She told the waiter about her nut allergy.
Practice tips
- Practice allergy out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.