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Definition of Sensitization
1. Noun. The state of being sensitive (as to an antigen).
Exact synonyms: Sensitisation
Specialized synonyms: Irritation
Generic synonyms: Predisposition, Sensitivity
Derivative terms: Sensitise
Specialized synonyms: Irritation
Generic synonyms: Predisposition, Sensitivity
Derivative terms: Sensitise
2. Noun. (psychology) the process of becoming highly sensitive to specific events or situations (especially emotional events or situations).
Exact synonyms: Sensitisation
Generic synonyms: Physical Process, Process
Category relationships: Psychological Science, Psychology
Derivative terms: Sensitize
Generic synonyms: Physical Process, Process
Category relationships: Psychological Science, Psychology
Derivative terms: Sensitize
3. Noun. Rendering an organism sensitive to a serum by a series of injections.
Exact synonyms: Sensitisation, Sensitising, Sensitizing
Generic synonyms: Immunisation, Immunization
Derivative terms: Sensitise, Sensitize
Generic synonyms: Immunisation, Immunization
Derivative terms: Sensitise, Sensitize
Definition of Sensitization
1. Noun. The process of making something sensitive. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Sensitization
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Medical Definition of Sensitization
1. Immunization, especially with reference to antigens (immunogens) not associated with infection; the induction of acquired sensitivity or of allergy. (05 Mar 2000)