sensitization
sen
ˌsɛn
sen
si
si
ti
taɪ
tai
za
ˈzeɪ
zei
tion
ʃən
shēn
British pronunciation
/sˌɛnsɪtaɪzˈeɪʃən/
sensitisation

Definition & Meaning of "sensitization"in English

Sensitization
01

the process of becoming sensitive to a stimulus or condition

example
Examples
Repeated exposure to the allergen led to sensitization.
The study focused on the sensitization of nerves to pain.
02

(psychology) the process of becoming highly sensitive to specific events or situations (especially emotional events or situations)

03

the state of being sensitive (as to an antigen)

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