Desensitize
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /diːˈsɛnsɪtaɪz/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Desensitize is a verb meaning (ambitransitive) To reduce or eliminate the sensitivity of (someone) or in (something); to become insensitive.
Meaning
(ambitransitive) To reduce or eliminate the sensitivity of (someone) or in (something); to become insensitive.
Word Forms
- desensitizes
- desensitizing
- desensitized
- desensitise
Antonyms for desensitize
Common opposites include sensitize, sensibilize.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dull, desensitise, insensibilize, desensationalize, numb, insensibilise.
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