immunity
Translation
immunity, exemption, protection
Examples
The vaccine provides immunity to the virus.
The vaccine provides immunity to the virus.
He was granted immunity from prosecution.
He was granted immunity from prosecution.
Grammar Patterns
((to sth.)) protection against a disease The vaccine gives immunity to the disease.
((from sth.)) exemption from a legal duty He has immunity from prosecution.
Similar Words
Synonyms: resistance, protection, exemption; Antonyms: susceptibility
Etymology
From Latin 'im-' (not) + 'munis' (service), originally meaning 'exempt from public service'.
Memory Tips
Think of the immune system as a shield that gives you 'immunity' from disease, similar to how diplomatic immunity protects from laws.