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hypersensitivity

/ˌhaɪ.pə.sen.sɪˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/

/ˌhaɪ.pɚ.sɛn.səˈtɪv.ə.ti/

hypersensitivitynoun

hypersensitivities

Translations

Hypersensitivity to certain foods can cause allergic reactions.

Гиперчувствительность к определённым продуктам может вызвать аллергические реакции.

Definitions

An exaggerated or inappropriate immune response to a substance that is normally harmless, often leading to allergic reactions.

Her hypersensitivity to pollen causes her to have severe allergic reactions during the spring.

An excessive or abnormal sensitivity to stimuli, which can be physical, emotional, or psychological.

His hypersensitivity to criticism made it difficult for him to accept feedback at work.

Synonyms

excessive sensitivity

hypersensitivityadjective

/ˌhaɪ.pə.sen.sɪˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/

/ˌhaɪ.pɚ.sɛn.səˈtɪv.ə.ti/

Used attributively before nouns, e.g., "hypersensitivity reactions"

Definitions

Relating to or characterized by hypersensitivity.

Hypersensitivity reactions can range from mild itching to anaphylaxis.