immunization
Translation
immunisation, vaccination
Examples
Childhood immunizations are very important.
Childhood immunisations are very important.
The immunization program was a success.
The immunisation programme was a success.
Grammar Patterns
immunization against ((sth.)) Immunization against measles is common.
Similar Words
Synonyms: vaccination, inoculation, shot
Etymology
From the verb 'immunize' plus the suffix '-ation', which denotes a process or action. 'Immunize' comes from 'immune'.
Memory Tips
The '-ation' ending tells you it's the *process* of making someone immune.