Meaning of the word sensitize in English

What does sensitize mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sensitize

US /ˈsen.sə.taɪz/
UK /ˈsen.sɪ.taɪz/

Verb

1.

to make someone sensitive to something

Example:
The campaign aims to sensitize people to the issue of climate change.
Reading diverse literature can sensitize children to different cultures.
2.

to make something react more strongly to a particular agent or treatment

Example:
The drug is designed to sensitize cancer cells to chemotherapy.
Certain chemicals can sensitize the skin to sunlight.