sensitive to — quick to detect, respond to, or be affected by small changes, signals, or the feelings of others
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: quick to detect, respond to, or be affected by small changes, signals, or the feelings of others
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsen.sə.t̬ɪv tu/
Example Sentences
- My little brother is so sensitive to spicy food that one drop of hot sauce makes him cry.
- Plants in this greenhouse are extremely sensitive to changes in humidity.
- Please be sensitive to your classmates' feelings when giving feedback.
sensitive to
ADJECTIVE[/ˈsen.sə.t̬ɪv tu/]
quick to detect, respond to, or be affected by small changes, signals, or the feelings of others
My grandmother's skin is sensitive to sunlight, so she always carries a parasol.
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“My little brother is so sensitive to spicy food that one drop of hot sauce makes him cry.”
“Plants in this greenhouse are extremely sensitive to changes in humidity.”
“Please be sensitive to your classmates' feelings when giving feedback.”
“My cat is so sensitive to the sound of the treat bag that she teleports to the kitchen instantly.”
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