immunocompromised
|im-mu-no-com-pro-mised|
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/ɪˌmjuːnoʊˈkɒmprəˌmaɪzd/
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/ɪˌmjuːnəʊˈkɒmprəˌmaɪzd/
weakened immunity
Etymology
'immunocompromised' originates from the combination of 'immune' and 'compromise', where 'immune' refers to the body's defense system and 'compromise' means to weaken or reduce effectiveness.
'Immunocompromised' was formed in modern English by combining 'immune' and 'compromise' to describe a state of weakened immunity.
Initially, it meant 'having a weakened immune system', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having an impaired or weakened immune system, making one more susceptible to infections and diseases.
People who are immunocompromised should take extra precautions during flu season.
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Last updated: 2025/06/23 18:23