chemical sensitivity
/kɛmɪkəl sɛnˈsɪtɪvɪti/ · chem·i·cal sen·si·tiv·i·ty
noun
- A condition characterized by an adverse reaction to certain chemicals, often resulting in physical symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, or skin irritation. After moving into a new apartment, she discovered she had chemical sensitivity to the paint used on the walls.
- A heightened awareness or responsiveness to the presence of chemicals in the environment. The activist group raised awareness about chemical sensitivity in the community by organizing a rally against pollution.
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Did you know? Chemical sensitivity is often associated with the concept of multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS), which was first described in the 1960s as a condition characterized by a range of symptoms in response to exposure to various chemicals.