Meaning of idiosyncratic reaction | Babel Free
Definitions
A reaction to a medication that is unusual and unpredictable, specific to a particular person. Unlike allergy, it can occur on first exposure to the medication; unlike a side effect, it affects only very few individuals.
Examples
“The conclusion was that Mr Shakoor had experienced a rare and unpredictable idiosyncratic reaction to them.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.