adjuvant
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈædʒ.ə.vənt/
Definition
A substance that enhances the body's immune response to an antigen or increases the efficacy of a drug.
Examples
Many modern vaccines contain an adjuvant to ensure the body produces a long-lasting protective response.
Researchers are testing a new adjuvant that could make cancer treatments more effective at lower doses.
The chemical acts as an adjuvant, stimulating the immune system to recognize the virus more quickly.
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