Definition of Sensitive

highly responsive or reactive

Examples of Sensitive in a sentence

The sensitive child demanded much attention from her parents as she was always getting upset over small and trivial things.  🔊

Although the expectant mother was only a few weeks pregnant, the highly sensitive test was able to pick up on the hormones right away.  🔊

Octopus tentacles are extremely sensitive and can detect even the slightest movement in the sea around them.  🔊

Having very sensitive skin means that the teen cannot wear makeup, lotion, or other abrasive substances without experiencing a breakout.  🔊

The screen was sensitive to touch, meaning the director only had to lightly swipe his finger over the surface to pull up the film.  🔊

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