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Desensitization

Part of speech: Noun

Sense 1:

Definition: The process of making someone less sensitive or responsive to something, especially as a result of repeated or prolonged exposure.

Example sentence: The desensitization to violence in media has become a concern for parents.

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Sense 2:

Definition: The reduction or removal of an allergic or adverse reaction to a substance through controlled exposure.

Example sentence: Allergy shots work by gradually introducing allergens to the body to promote desensitization.

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Part of speech: Verb

Sense 1:

Definition: To make someone or something less sensitive or responsive.

Example sentence: The therapist used exposure therapy to desensitize the patient to their fear of heights.

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Sense 2:

Definition: To reduce or eliminate an allergic or adverse reaction through controlled exposure.

Example sentence: The doctor plans to desensitize the patient to their peanut allergy.

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