Desensitise is a term used to describe the process of reducing or eliminating sensitivity to something. The crossword solutions for this term are NUMB (4 letters), DIMINISH (8 letters), BLUNT (5 letters), DEADEN (6 letters), BENUMB (6 letters) and DULL (4 letters). All of these words refer to the process of reducing or eliminating sensitivity, either physically or emotionally. NUMB and BENUMB refer to the physical sensation of reduced sensitivity, while DIMINISH, BLUNT, DEADEN and DULL refer to the emotional or psychological effects of desensitisation.