adjective
- causing or likely to cause an allergic reaction
Usage: medical
Examples
- Peanuts are highly allergenic and can cause severe reactions.
- The doctor recommended avoiding allergenic foods during the elimination diet.
- Some cosmetics contain allergenic ingredients that irritate sensitive skin.
- Cat dander is one of the most common allergenic substances in homes.
- The new fabric softener is made without allergenic fragrances.
- Dust mites produce allergenic proteins that trigger asthma attacks.