noun
- the state of being protected from or resistant to a particular disease or infection
- exemptions from legal obligations, penalties, or prosecution
- special protections or freedoms from interference or harm
Usage: medical; biological
Usage: legal
Examples
- The vaccine provides immunities against several childhood diseases.
- Children develop natural immunities through exposure to common germs.
- Diplomatic immunities protect ambassadors from prosecution in foreign countries.
- The witness was granted immunities in exchange for testimony.
- Congressional immunities allow lawmakers to speak freely during debates.
- Trade agreements often include immunities for certain business practices.
- The treaty established immunities for humanitarian workers in conflict zones.