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desensitization

noun

UK/diˌsen.sɪ.taɪˈzeɪ.ʃᵊn/
US/diˌsen.sə.təˈzeɪ.ʃᵊn/

Definitions of desensitization noun

  1. Uncountable

    The process by which someone's emotional or physical response to something is reduced, often through repeated exposure or a specific therapy.

    • Prolonged exposure to violent content may lead to desensitization towards acts of violence.

    • The study explored the desensitization effect of media violence on the audience.

    • Through systematic desensitization therapy, the patient gradually overcame their fear of public speaking.