allergic rhinitis

noun

: rhinitis caused by exposure to an allergen

especially : hay fever

Examples of allergic rhinitis in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

She is being treated for allergic rhinitis, which immediately becomes a non-issue when her handsome classmate Hayase (Toharu Ogawa) appears beside her, ready to be administered a similar treatment. — James Marsh, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026

Anti-inflammatory diets rich in fiber, fruits, vegetables, and omega-3 fatty acids may help reduce the severity of allergic rhinitis symptoms. — Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 15 May 2026

What Actually Helps With Allergies Saline nasal irrigation with a neti pot reduces allergic rhinitis symptoms by 27% and medication usage by 62% when used regularly per clinical research. — Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026

While everyone reacts differently, people who struggle with seasonal allergies, or allergic rhinitis, are often affected by all types of pollen. — Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 16 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for allergic rhinitis

• diverticulitis
• epididymitis
• osteoarthritis
• periodontitis
• polymyositis
• pyelonephritis
• tenosynovitis
• adenitis
• arteritis
• cervicitis
• cholangitis
• choroiditis

Medical Definition

allergic rhinitis

noun

: rhinitis caused by exposure to an allergen

especially : hay fever