O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image
Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

desensitise

/dɪˈsɛnsɪtaɪz/ verb · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

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."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Synonyms for desensitise

Antonyms of desensitise

Rhymes with desensitise

Etymologically related