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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)
sensibilitysensitiveness
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sensationsensesensory facultysentiencesentiency
Hyponyms (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)
sensitiveness
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
physical property
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Sensitivity to emotional feelings (of self and others)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sensitiveness
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
feeling
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Susceptibility to a pathogen

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
predisposition
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
susceptibilitysusceptibleness
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The ability to respond to affective changes in your interpersonal environment

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sensitiveness
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ability
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
insensitivity

Example 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."
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Word Game Points

Is SENSITIVITY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sensitivity is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

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 Word
SENSITIVITY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is SENSITIVITY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sensitivity is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SENSITIVITY has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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