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sensitise

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈsɛnɪtaɪz/

KK: /ˈsɛnɪtaɪz/

verb
Definition

To make someone or something more aware of or responsive to certain feelings, situations, or stimuli.


Example

The training program aims to sensitise employees to the needs of their customers.


Tense Forms

Past: sensitised

Past Participle: sensitised


Conversation
Sloth A
I think we should sensitise everyone about environmental issues.
Sloth B
That's a great idea! People need to be more aware.
Sloth A
Yeah, maybe we can organize a small workshop to help sensitise the community.
Sloth B
Absolutely! I can help with the planning and promotion.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
awaken
alert
enlighten
Antonyms
ignore
neglect
overlook
Root Explanation

**Sensitise** → It is formed from "sensus" (from Latin, meaning feeling or perception) and "-ise" (a suffix used to form verbs indicating a process). The word "sensitise" means to make sensitive or to cause to feel more intensely.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sensus' which relates to feeling, and remember that to 'sensitise' means to make someone or something feel more.

Visually Confused Words
unsensitize
unsensitive
resensitize
insensitive
desensitize
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