DESENSITISE
(verb)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Desensitise.
Desensitise - as a verb
Cause not to be sensitive
Example: "The war desensitized many soldiers"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
desensitizeHypernyms (Closely Related)
alterchangemodifyHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
sensitiseMake insensitive
Example: "His military training desensitized him"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
desensitizeExample Sentences
"Exposure to violent video games can desensitise children to real-life violence."
"The purpose of the training is to desensitise soldiers to the sound of gunfire."
"The therapist used gradual exposure therapy to desensitise the patient's fear of heights."
"The constant noise from the construction site desensitised the residents to the sound."
"Repeated exposure to disturbing content can desensitise viewers emotionally."
Word Game Points
Is DESENSITISE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, desensitise is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
DESENSITISE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is DESENSITISE a valid Words With Friends word?
No, desensitise is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid WordDESENSITISE is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is DESENSITISE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, desensitise is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDESENSITISE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
