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sensitive

The correct spelling is sensitive.

How to pronounce sensitive

/ˈsɛnsɪtɪv/
noun

IPA: /ˈsɛnsɪtɪv/

Say it like: Sen-sit-ive

The correct spelling is sensitive. A person with a paranormal sensitivity to something that most cannot perceive. For example: "Max is very sensitive; he cried today because of the bad news."

Usage Examples

Max is very sensitive; he cried today because of the bad news.

Religion is often a sensitive topic of discussion and should be avoided when dealing with foreign business associates.

These are highly sensitive documents.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A person with a paranormal sensitivity to something that most cannot perceive.

adjective

  1. 1.Having the faculty of sensation; pertaining to the senses.
  2. 2.Responsive to stimuli.
  3. 3.(of a person) Easily offended, upset or hurt.
  4. 4.(of an issue, topic, etc.) Capable of offending, upsetting or hurting.
  5. 5.Meant to be concealed or kept secret.

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