Definition

Having an extreme sensitivity or reaction to something, often related to allergies or specific stimuli.

Example

After the treatment, she felt hypersensitized to certain foods and environmental factors.

Conversation

I heard you’ve been feeling a bit off lately, is everything okay?

Yeah, I think I’ve become hypersensitized to pollen this season.

That sounds rough! Do you have any remedies for it?

I’m trying some antihistamines, but it’s still a struggle.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hypersensitized → It is formed from "hyper-" (meaning over or excessive) and "sensitize" (from Latin "sensibilis", meaning able to feel or perceive) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past action). The word describes a state of being excessively sensitive or responsive to stimuli.

Memory Tip

Think of 'hyper-' meaning excessive and 'sensitize' meaning to make sensitive — this helps you remember that 'hypersensitized' means being overly sensitive.

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