sensitivity

noun

sen·si·tiv·i·ty ˌsen(t)-sə-ˈti-və-tē How to pronounce sensitivity (audio)

plural sensitivities

: the quality or state of being sensitive: such as

: the capacity of an organism or sense organ to respond to stimulation : irritability

: the quality or state of being hypersensitive

: the degree to which a radio receiving set responds to incoming waves

: the capacity of being easily hurt

: awareness of the needs and emotions of others

a book written with just the right mix of empathy and sensitivity

L. C. Brown

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Do you have acuity or sensitivity?

Acuity is nearly synonymous with at least one sense of sensitivity, yet, as is so often the case with closely-related words, there are subtle differences worth observing before you substitute one of these words for the other. Acuity does refer to a form of sensitivity, but it is most often applied to the perceptual senses (as in “visual acuity” or “auditory acuity”). It is also frequently used in reference to the intellect (as in “mental acuity”). Sensitivity has a broader range of meanings than acuity does, including “the capacity of being easily hurt.” It may be used of inanimate objects such as radios (“the sensitivity of the instruments was carefully calibrated”), a context in which acuity is unusual.

Example Sentences

I was surprised by her extreme sensitivity about even the smallest suggestions that we made. This is a matter of great political sensitivity. He handled the situation with great sensitivity. Her decision shows a lack of sensitivity. I would have appreciated a little more sensitivity from you.

Recent Examples on the Web However, Muslim students’ stress at the start of the school year can be even greater due to teachers’ lack of sensitivity when the classroom conversations on the tragic 9/11 events occur.

Lallia Allali, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2022 In a sign of the political sensitivity of Ms. Dugina’s killing, Russian state television on Monday paid tribute to her as a visionary figure.

New York Times, 22 Aug. 2022 Gen Zers are entering into a stage of their lives where purchases are moving off their parents’ credit cards and coming out of their own paycheck, analysts say, therefore entering a state of price sensitivity.

Alena Botros, Fortune, 24 July 2022 In my experience women have more of that sensitivity, are infinitely more patient and have less of the ego.

Julie Seabaugh, Los Angeles Times, 3 Aug. 2022 Benedict’s response to the scandal was compromised by his haste to canonize John Paul, amid mounting evidence of the late Pope’s lack of sensitivity to the issue, and by his own reluctance to admit error on the Church’s part.

Paul Elie, The New Yorker, 26 July 2022 In a sign of the sensitivity, Schumer convened most of those conversations in secret, out of view even from top party lawmakers.

Tony Romm, BostonGlobe.com, 10 July 2022 Someone might challenge you during a moment of sensitivity.

Chicago Tribune, 7 July 2022 These modern satellites, though not intended to search for milky seas, are equipped with specialized day/night band instruments that, at their extreme low end of sensitivity, can pick up something as dim as bioluminescence from space.

Sam Keck Scott, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 June 2022 See More

单词	sensitivity
释义	sensitivity noun sen·si·tiv·i·ty ˌsen(t)-sə-ˈti-və-tē plural sensitivities : the quality or state of being sensitive: such as a : the capacity of an organism or sense organ to respond to stimulation : irritability b : the quality or state of being hypersensitive c : the degree to which a radio receiving set responds to incoming waves d : the capacity of being easily hurt e : awareness of the needs and emotions of others a book written with just the right mix of empathy and sensitivity L. C. Brown Did you know? Do you have acuity or sensitivity? Acuity is nearly synonymous with at least one sense of sensitivity, yet, as is so often the case with closely-related words, there are subtle differences worth observing before you substitute one of these words for the other. Acuity does refer to a form of sensitivity, but it is most often applied to the perceptual senses (as in “visual acuity” or “auditory acuity”). It is also frequently used in reference to the intellect (as in “mental acuity”). Sensitivity has a broader range of meanings than acuity does, including “the capacity of being easily hurt.” It may be used of inanimate objects such as radios (“the sensitivity of the instruments was carefully calibrated”), a context in which acuity is unusual. Synonyms acuity acuteness delicacy keenness perceptiveness perceptivity sensitiveness sharpness See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences I was surprised by her extreme sensitivity about even the smallest suggestions that we made. This is a matter of great political sensitivity. He handled the situation with great sensitivity. Her decision shows a lack of sensitivity. I would have appreciated a little more sensitivity from you. Recent Examples on the Web However, Muslim students’ stress at the start of the school year can be even greater due to teachers’ lack of sensitivity when the classroom conversations on the tragic 9/11 events occur. Lallia Allali, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2022 In a sign of the political sensitivity of Ms. Dugina’s killing, Russian state television on Monday paid tribute to her as a visionary figure. New York Times, 22 Aug. 2022 Gen Zers are entering into a stage of their lives where purchases are moving off their parents’ credit cards and coming out of their own paycheck, analysts say, therefore entering a state of price sensitivity. Alena Botros, Fortune, 24 July 2022 In my experience women have more of that sensitivity, are infinitely more patient and have less of the ego. Julie Seabaugh, Los Angeles Times, 3 Aug. 2022 Benedict’s response to the scandal was compromised by his haste to canonize John Paul, amid mounting evidence of the late Pope’s lack of sensitivity to the issue, and by his own reluctance to admit error on the Church’s part. Paul Elie, The New Yorker, 26 July 2022 In a sign of the sensitivity, Schumer convened most of those conversations in secret, out of view even from top party lawmakers. Tony Romm, BostonGlobe.com, 10 July 2022 Someone might challenge you during a moment of sensitivity. Chicago Tribune, 7 July 2022 These modern satellites, though not intended to search for milky seas, are equipped with specialized day/night band instruments that, at their extreme low end of sensitivity, can pick up something as dim as bioluminescence from space. Sam Keck Scott, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 June 2022 See More Word History First Known Use 1773, in the meaning defined above Phrases Containing sensitivity multiple chemical sensitivity multiple chemical sensitivity Kids Definition sensitivity noun sen·si·tiv·i·ty ˌsen-sə-ˈti-və-tē 1 : an awareness and understanding of the feelings of others 2 : the ability to express thoughts and feelings She sings with great sensitivity. Medical Definition sensitivity noun sen·si·tiv·i·ty ˌsen(t)-sə-ˈtiv-ət-ē plural sensitivities : the quality or state of being sensitive: as a : the capacity of an organism or sense organ to respond to stimulation : irritability b : the quality or state of being hypersensitive sensitivity noun as in sensitiveness the state or quality of being able to sense slight impressions or differences the sensitivity needed for a microphone that will be used in a recording studio Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance sensitiveness perceptiveness perceptivity accuracy acuity acuteness sharpness hypersensitivity keenness oversensitivity delicacy supersensitivity hypersensitiveness exactness hyperacuity exactitude fineness oversensitiveness
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sensitivity

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