Sensitizing (Adjective)
Meaning
Making susceptible or sensitive to either physical or emotional stimuli.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Repeated exposure to the loud noises was sensitizing her to even the slightest sounds, making it difficult for her to concentrate.
- The artist's use of vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes was sensitizing the viewer to the emotional intensity of the painting.
- Years of being bullied had sensitizing her to criticism, making her extremely defensive and self-conscious.
- The intense emotional trauma she experienced during the war was sensitizing her to stress, causing her to react impulsively to even minor setbacks.
- The instructor's words of encouragement were sensitizing the students to the possibility of failure, making them more determined to succeed.