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immunity
This term carries a strong sense of an invisible shield or a privileged boundary. In a biological sense, it suggests a body that has learned how to recognize and neutralize a threat, creating a state of internal security that prevents illness before it starts. In legal or social contexts, the word implies a special status that places a person above the standard rules. It often carries a connotation of exclusivity or protection that can be perceived as either a necessary safeguard for officials or an unfair advantage that allows someone to escape accountability.
Uncountable when referring to the general biological state of being resistant to disease. Countable when referring to specific types of legal exemptions or distinct biological protections.
Meanings
Protection or resistance from an infectious disease.
"The vaccine provides long-term immunity against the virus."
Exemption from a legal obligation, penalty, or prosecution.
"Diplomatic immunity protects embassy staff from local laws."