noun

immunodeficiency

immunodeficiency

The virus causes severe immunodeficiency.

The virus causes severe immunodeficiency.

((immunodeficiency)) immunodeficiency The virus causes severe immunodeficiency.

Synonyms: immune system disorder; Antonyms: immunocompetence

From 'immuno-' (relating to the immune system) and 'deficiency' (a lack or shortage). Literally, a deficiency of the immune system.

Break it down: 'immune deficiency'. It means exactly what it says – a deficient immune system.

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