sensibility — the ability to appreciate and respond to complex emotional or aesthetic influences
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the ability to appreciate and respond to complex emotional or aesthetic influences
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌsensəˈbɪləti/
Example Sentences
- The chef's culinary sensibility turned simple ingredients into a masterpiece.
- My friend's fashion sensibility is so refined that she can spot a designer dress from a mile away.
- His musical sensibility allowed him to compose songs that touched people's hearts.
sensibility
NOUN[/ˌsensəˈbɪləti/]
the ability to appreciate and respond to complex emotional or aesthetic influences
the ability to appreciate and respond to complex emotional or aesthetic influences
Sensibility unlocks possibility through responsibility
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'sensus' meaning feeling or sensation, the word developed to denote the capacity to perceive through the senses. By the 18th century, it acquired its modern meaning of emotional responsiveness or aesthetic sensitivity.
Breakdown
sens- (from Latin sensus, to feel) + -ible (capable of, able to) + -ity (state or condition of).
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📝Examples
“The chef's culinary sensibility turned simple ingredients into a masterpiece.”
“My friend's fashion sensibility is so refined that she can spot a designer dress from a mile away.”
“His musical sensibility allowed him to compose songs that touched people's hearts.”
“My grandmother's decorating sensibility is questionable - she thinks neon pink goes with everything.”
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