sensitiveness

/ˈsɛnsɪtɪvnəs/
noun
  1. The quality of being easily upset, offended, or affected by emotions.
    • Her sensitiveness made it hard for her to hear criticism, even when it was helpful.
    • He tried to hide his sensitiveness, but everyone could see he was hurt by the joke.
    • The child's sensitiveness meant she cried easily when others raised their voices.
  2. The ability to notice or react to small changes, signals, or influences.
    • The sensitiveness of the camera allows it to take clear pictures in very dim light.
    • The instrument's sensitiveness to vibrations makes it useful for earthquake detection.
    • Dogs have a remarkable sensitiveness to human emotions and body language.
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