Sensitive (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

Able to feel or perceive; "even amoeba are sensible creatures"; "the more sensible parts of the skin".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

• Sensible

Related Words

• Sense (verb)
• Sensitiveness (noun)

Meaning ²

Being susceptible to the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others; "sensitive to the local community and its needs".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Antonyms

• Insensitive

Related Words

• Sense (verb)
• Sensitivity (noun)
• Sensitiveness (noun)

Meaning ³

Of or pertaining to classified information or matters affecting national security.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Meaning ⁴

Responsive to physical stimuli; "a mimosa's leaves are sensitive to touch"; "a sensitive voltmeter"; "sensitive skin"; "sensitive to light".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Antonyms

• Insensitive

Related Words

• Sense (verb)
• Sensitivity (noun)
• Sensitiveness (noun)

Meaning ⁵

Hurting; "the tender spot on his jaw".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

• Raw
• Tender
• Sore

Related Words

• Sensitivity (noun)