immune
Translation
resistant, unaffected, exempt
Examples
Most people are immune to this disease.
Most people are immune to this disease.
He seems to be immune to criticism.
He seems to be immune to criticism.
The diplomat is immune from prosecution.
The diplomat is immune from prosecution.
Grammar Patterns
((to sth.)) resistant to (sth.) Most people are immune to this disease.
((from sth.)) exempt from (sth.) The diplomat is immune from prosecution.
Similar Words
Synonyms: resistant, protected, exempt; Antonyms: vulnerable, susceptible
Etymology
From Latin 'immunis' meaning 'exempt from public service'. It comes from 'in-' (not) + 'munis' (ready for service).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'immune system' which gives you a shield against diseases. This can be extended to mean a shield against anything, like criticism.