Sensitization (Noun)
Meaning 1
(psychology) the process of becoming highly sensitive to specific events or situations (especially emotional events or situations).
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Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The repeated exposure to traumatic news led to a gradual sensitization of the public to the plight of refugees.
- Through her therapy sessions, Sarah underwent a process of sensitization to her emotions, learning to recognize and manage her feelings more effectively.
- The documentary aimed to promote sensitization to the struggles faced by marginalized communities, encouraging viewers to take action.
- Researchers studied the effects of sensitization on individuals who had experienced bullying, finding that it increased their emotional reactivity to similar situations.
- The artist's use of vivid imagery and personal anecdotes created a powerful sensitization to the experiences of those affected by social injustice.
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Meaning 2
Rendering an organism sensitive to a serum by a series of injections.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 3
The state of being sensitive (as to an antigen).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Repeated exposure to the allergen can lead to sensitization, resulting in an exaggerated immune response.
- Sensitization to certain metals can cause skin irritation and rashes in some individuals.
- The process of sensitization occurs when the immune system recognizes a specific antigen as foreign.
- In sensitization therapy, the goal is to desensitize the individual to the specific allergen causing the reaction.
- Chronic exposure to the toxin can cause sensitization, making the individual more susceptible to future reactions.