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stir vs sensitize

sensitize vs stir

stir is a noun but sensitize is not a noun.

stir and sensitize both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
stir Yes No Yes No
sensitize No No Yes No
As verbs, sensitize is a hypernym of stir; that is, sensitize is a word with a broader meaning than stir:
  • stir: stir feelings in
  • sensitize: cause to sense; make sensitive
Other hypernyms of stir include sensitise.
stir (noun) sensitize (noun)
a rapid active commotion
emotional agitation and excitement
a prominent or sensational but short-lived news event
stir (verb) sensitize (verb)
mix or add by stirring make sensitive or aware
summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic make (a material) sensitive to light, often of a particular colour, by coating it with a photographic emulsion
affect emotionally make sensitive to a drug or allergen
stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of cause to sense; make sensitive
move very slightly
move an implement through
to begin moving
stir feelings in
Difference between stir and sensitize

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