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sensitize

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Main Entry: sensitize
Part of Speech: verb
Definition: stimulate

Synonyms:

animate, excite, refine, sharpen
Main Entry: irritate
Part of Speech: verb
Definition: hurt, chafe

Synonyms:

aggravate, burn, erupt, fret, inflame, intensify, itch, pain, redden, rub, sensitize, sharpen, sting, swell
Notes: aggravate means 'to add to' an already troublesome or vexing matter or condition while irritate means 'to vex, annoy, or chafe'
irritate means 'inflame' (originally 'excite, rouse'); aggravate means 'worsen'

Antonyms:

aid, assist, calm, help, soothe
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