Used in a Sentence

auto-immune

Definition, parts of speech, synonyms, and sentence examples for auto-immune.

Editorial note

Research shows that a leaky gut is a _prerequisite_ (but not only factor) for developing auto-immune disease.

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Quick take

Alternative form of autoimmune. [(pathology, immunology) Of or pertaining to autoimmunity.]

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of auto-immune gathered in one view.

adjective

Alternative form of autoimmune. [(pathology, immunology) Of or pertaining to autoimmunity.]

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for auto-immune.

adjective

Alternative form of autoimmune. [(pathology, immunology) Of or pertaining to autoimmunity.]

Example sentences

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Research shows that a leaky gut is a _prerequisite_ (but not only factor) for developing auto-immune disease.

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More ironic, the Kresser article does talk about gluten as an auto-immune trigger, making your dismissal seem even more knee-jerk.

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Our current diet is a nightmare in terms of not just weight, but health in general, more specifically, the rise in auto-immune disease.

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I've likened the situation to an auto-immune disease: a hopped-up defense mechanism which false-positive categorizes non-harmful elements as harmful.

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I have personally reversed CFS & an auto-immune disease with crazy high anti-bodies by sticking with a very strict diet and changing life-style.

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I have personally reversed CFS & an auto-immune disease with crazy high anti-bodies by sticking with a very strict diet and changing my life-style.

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My wife has Grave's disease which is auto-immune.

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A lot of peoples arthritis is auto-immune.

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If you are going to make categorical statements like Research shows that a leaky gut is a _prerequisite_ (but not only factor) for developing auto-immune disease, please provide a reference.

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Frequently asked questions

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How do you use auto-immune in a sentence?

Research shows that a leaky gut is a _prerequisite_ (but not only factor) for developing auto-immune disease.

What does auto-immune mean?

Alternative form of autoimmune. [(pathology, immunology) Of or pertaining to autoimmunity.]

What part of speech is auto-immune?

auto-immune is commonly used as adjective.