Definition of Sensitive
Sensitive
sen·si·tive
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Easily affected or influenced by slight changes or stimuli.
e.g. The sensitive instrument detected even the slightest vibrations.
(adjective)
quick to detect and react to slight changes or influences;
e.g. The new glucose monitor is a lot more sensitive to changes in glucose levels than the old one.
(adjective)
touchy;
e.g. The nature of this topic is rather sensitive, so I suggest that young children should not listen in on this.
(adjective)
thoughtful and having a delicate appreciation of others' feelings;
e.g. I am very grateful to my mentor for her sensitive handling of my mental health when trying to help me.
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