sensitized
|sen-si-tized|
C1
/ˈsɛn.sɪ.taɪzd/
(sensitize)
increase sensitivity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sensitize' originates from the French word 'sensibiliser', where 'sens' meant 'sense' and '-ibiliser' was a suffix used to form verbs.
Historical Evolution
'sensibiliser' transformed into the English word 'sensitize' in the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make sensitive', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'sensitize'.
The patient was sensitized to the allergen after repeated exposure.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45