hypersensitivity

UK
/ˌhaɪ.pə.sen.sɪˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/
US
/ˌhaɪ.pɚ.sɛn.səˈtɪv.ə.ti/
hypersensitivitynoun
hypersensitivities
pl
Traduzioni
Hypersensitivity to certain foods can cause allergic reactions.
Гиперчувствительность к определённым продуктам может вызвать аллергические реакции.
Definizioni
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.
Sinonimi
hypersensitivityadjective
UK
/ˌhaɪ.pə.sen.sɪˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/
US
/ˌhaɪ.pɚ.sɛn.səˈtɪv.ə.ti/
Used attributively before nouns, e.g., "hypersensitivity reactions"
Definizioni
Relating to or characterized by hypersensitivity.
Hypersensitivity reactions can range from mild itching to anaphylaxis.