oversensitivity

/ˌoʊvərˌsɛnsəˈtɪvəti/
noun
  1. The condition or tendency of being too easily upset, offended, or hurt by the words or actions of others.
    • His oversensitivity to any criticism makes it difficult to give him honest feedback.
    • Her oversensitivity about her height leads her to avoid conversations about sports.
    • The team's oversensitivity to negative reviews caused them to ignore useful advice.
  2. The condition of reacting too strongly to physical sensations, such as touch, light, or sound.
    • Oversensitivity to sunlight forces her to wear sunglasses even on cloudy days.
    • The medication can cause oversensitivity to cold temperatures.
    • People with oversensitivity in their teeth often use special toothpaste.
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