hypersensitivity

1. An excessive or abnormal sensitivity to a substance. A person who is hypersensitive to a certain drug will often suffer a severe allergic reaction ( see allergy ) if given the drug.

Example Sentences

The examples of this latest explosion of hypersensitivity are too numerous to recount, but a few should suffice.

From The Daily Beast

Joie Chen on why the complaints are more than just hypersensitivity.

From The Daily Beast

While it is a relief it is not getting higher, hypersensitivity to inflation shouldn't stop that number from getting lower.

From The Daily Beast

Moongirls only become mean girls to disguise their hypersensitivity.

From The Daily Beast

Related Words

• inflammation
• irritability
• soreness
• tenderness