SENSITIVITY
(noun)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Sensitivity.
Sensitivity - as a noun
(physiology) responsiveness to external stimuli; the faculty of sensation
Example: "Sensitivity to pain"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sensibility16sensitiveness16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sensation9sense5sensory facultysentience11sentiency14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The ability to respond to physical stimuli or to register small physical amounts or differences
Example: "A galvanometer of extreme sensitivity"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sensitiveness16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
physical propertyHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Sensitivity to emotional feelings (of self and others)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sensitiveness16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
feeling11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Susceptibility to a pathogen
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
predisposition19Hypernyms (Closely Related)
susceptibility23susceptibleness21Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The ability to respond to affective changes in your interpersonal environment
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sensitiveness16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ability12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
insensitivity19Example Sentences
"The doctor tested the patient's sensitivity to light by shining a flashlight in their eyes."
"Due to her sensitivity to gluten, she had to follow a strict diet."
"The artist's work displayed a great sensitivity to color and composition."
"The therapist worked on improving the child's sensory sensitivity."
"The politician showed great sensitivity towards the needs of the marginalized communities."
Word Game Points
Is SENSITIVITY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sensitivity is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SENSITIVITY has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is SENSITIVITY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sensitivity is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSENSITIVITY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is SENSITIVITY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sensitivity is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSENSITIVITY has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
