| 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 |