Hypersensitized

Pronunciation: /ˈhaɪpɝˈsɛnsəˌtaɪzd/

Hypersensitized (adjective)

  1. Having an extreme reaction to something that usually does not cause a strong response.

Examples

  • The skin can become hypersensitized after prolonged exposure to harsh chemicals.
  • Some people are hypersensitized to certain foods.

Common collocations: hypersensitized skin, hypersensitized nerves

Synonyms of Hypersensitized

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Hypersensitized

  • refers to reduced sensitivity to stimuli.