hypersensitive
/ˌhaɪpərˈsɛnsɪtɪv/
adjective
- Extremely or abnormally sensitive to physical stimuli, such as touch, light, or allergens.
- People with hypersensitive teeth often need special toothpaste.
- Her hypersensitive skin reacts to even the mildest soap.
- The patient is hypersensitive to pollen and sneezes all spring.
- Easily offended or upset; overly sensitive emotionally.
- He is hypersensitive to criticism and takes every comment personally.
- The actor is hypersensitive about negative reviews.
- Don't be so hypersensitive — she was just joking.
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