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sensitise

UK
/ˈsɛnsɪtaɪz/
US
/ˈsɛnsɪtaɪz/

Translations

sensitiseverb
sensitised
Past Simple
sensitised
Past Participle
sensitising
Gerund
UK
/ˈsɛnsɪtaɪz/
US
/ˈsɛnsɪtaɪz/
The campaign aims to sensitise the public to the dangers of smoking.
La campagne vise à sensibiliser le public aux dangers du tabagisme.
Additional translations
sensibiliserSensibiliser un film, une surface ou un matériau à la lumière ou à une autre forme d’énergie.
sensibiliserSensibiliser dans le sens immunologique : provoquer une réponse immunitaire ou une hypersensibilité.
Synonyms
inform
educate
enlighten
acquaint
alert
make aware
Antonyms
desensitise

Definitions

sensitiseverb
To make someone or something more aware of or responsive to certain stimuli or issues.
The campaign aims to sensitise the public to the dangers of smoking.
To make a material or surface more sensitive to light or other forms of energy.
The photographer used a special chemical to sensitise the film before taking the picture.
To cause an organism to develop an immune response or hypersensitivity to a particular substance.
Repeated exposure to latex proteins can sensitise some healthcare workers, leading to allergic reactions.
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