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desensitise

/dɪˈsɛnsɪtaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does desensitise mean?

verb

To reduce or eliminate the sensitivity of someone or something to a particular stimulus, often used in the context of therapy or treatment.

Example

"The therapist worked to desensitise her patient to the fear of spiders."

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