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sensitise

/sɛnˈsɪtaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does sensitise mean?

verb

To make someone or something more sensitive, or to make a substance react more strongly to a stimulus. To make aware of or to make sensitive to a particular issue or problem.

Example

"The new policy aims to sensitise people to the importance of recycling."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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