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HYPERSENSITIVITY REACTION Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the phrase hypersensitivity reaction. (exact relations)
There are 9 hypernyms of the phrase hypersensitivity reaction. (close relations)

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allergy
nounn
noun

• hypersensitivity reaction to a particular allergen; symptoms can vary greatly in intensity

sensitivity
nounn
noun

• (physiology) responsiveness to external stimuli; the faculty of sensation

• the ability to respond to physical stimuli or to register small physical amounts or differences

• sensitivity to emotional feelings (of self and others)

• susceptibility to a pathogen

• the ability to respond to affective changes in your interpersonal environment

sensitization
nounn
noun

• the state of being sensitive (as to an antigen)

• (psychology) the process of becoming highly sensitive to specific events or situations (especially emotional events or situations)

• rendering an organism sensitive to a serum by a series of injections

allergic reaction
nounn
noun

• hypersensitivity reaction to a particular allergen; symptoms can vary greatly in intensity

Best Hypernyms For HYPERSENSITIVITY REACTION

Here is a list of related hypernyms for hypersensitivity reaction, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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ailment condition disease disorder hypersensitivity illness reaction response sensitivity

Alternatives for ALLERGY

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