desensitisation
/diːˌsɛnsɪtaɪˈzeɪʃən/
noun
- The process of becoming less sensitive or responsive to something, such as an emotion, physical sensation, or substance.
- Repeated exposure to loud noises can lead to desensitisation of the ears.
- The desensitisation to violence in movies can affect how people react to real events.
- Allergy shots are a form of desensitisation that helps the body tolerate pollen.
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