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sensitize Definition

sen·si·tize (sen′sə tīz′)

transitive verb -·tized′, -·tiz′·ing

to make sensitive or susceptible; specif.,

  1. Photog. to make (a film or plate) sensitive to light, etc.
  2. Immunology to make (an individual) sensitive or hypersensitive to an antigen

Etymology: sensit(ive) + -ize

sensitize Related Forms

sen′·si·ti·za′·tion noun sen′·si·tiz′er noun

sensitize Synonyms

sensitize

v.

stimulate, refine, sharpen; see animate 1, excite 2.

sensitize Usage Examples

Object

  • cell: This test measures the metabolic response of human monocytes to red cells sensitized with IgG antibodies.
  • brain: Then we shall always find that there has been one striking idea which forced its way in on a brain sensitized by emotion.
  • skin: Post Peel Skin Calming Balm: Bisabolol is a powerful soothing agent and instrumental in reducing and calming sensitized skins.
  • agent: Not everyone has the genetic predisposition toward the development of allergy antibody immune responses to sensitizing agents, or allergens.
  • student: Its aim is to sensitize the student to the creative relationship existing between an object and space within an urban environment.
  • plate: The photographer has opened the door of the camera to expose the sensitized metal plate to the light.

Subject

emotion: Then we shall always find that there has been one striking idea which forced its way in on a brain sensitized by emotion.

Preposition: by

emotion: Then we shall always find that there has been one striking idea which forced its way in on a brain sensitized by emotion.

Modifying Another Word

  • not: Does not sensitize the fabric to damage by light or other influences.
  • once: Once sensitized, the main factor that influences the onset of symptoms is the degree of exposure.
  • also: They have also sensitized me to certain issues that have led me to depart from them in particular important areas.