Desensitizing — synonyms, desensitizing antonyms, definition

1. desensitizing (Adjective)

desensitising sensitizing

desensitizing (Adjective) — Making less susceptible or sensitive to either physical or emotional stimuli. ex. "Thus, instead of desensitizing the fearful dog, the trainer had reinforced the fear"

predisposition sensitivity

2. desensitizing (Verb)

sensitizing

desensitizing (Verb) — Cause not to be sensitive. ex. "The war desensitized many soldiers" ex. "The photographic plate was desensitized"

desensitizing (Verb) — Make insensitive. ex. "His military training desensitized him"

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