oversensitizing

UK
/ˌəʊvəˈsɛn.sɪ.taɪ.zɪŋ/
US
/ˌoʊvərˈsɛn.sɪ.taɪ.zɪŋ/

Translations

oversensitizeverb

oversensitizing

Gerund

oversensitized
Past Simple
oversensitized
Past Participle
oversensitizing
Gerund
UK
/ˌəʊvəˈsɛn.sɪ.taɪz/
US
/ˌoʊvərˈsɛn.sɪ.taɪz/
The doctor warned that the medication might oversensitize the patient's skin.
Доктор предупредил, что лекарство может пересенсибилизировать кожу пациента.
Synonyms
heighten sensitivity
intensify sensitivity

Definitions

oversensitizeverb
To make someone or something excessively sensitive to stimuli.
The constant exposure to loud noises can oversensitize individuals, making them more reactive to even moderate sounds.
To become excessively sensitive.
Some materials can oversensitize after prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light.