immunodeficiency
Translation
immunodeficiency
Examples
AIDS is an acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.
AIDS is an acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.
The patient suffers from a severe immunodeficiency.
The patient suffers from a severe immunodeficiency.
Grammar Patterns
immunodeficiency (as a medical condition) The patient suffers from a severe immunodeficiency.
Similar Words
Synonyms: immune system disorder, compromised immune system
Etymology
A combination of 'immuno-' (relating to immunity) and 'deficiency' (a lack or shortage).
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'immuno' (immune system) + 'deficiency' (not enough). It means 'not enough immune system'.