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sensitivity

sen·si·tiv·i·ty [ sènssi tívvitee ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. consideration: care and understanding of needs and requirements
sensitivity to different cultural traditions

2. responsiveness: capacity for physical sensation or response
sensitivity to heat

3. electronics responsiveness to radio signals: the ability of a radio or other receiver to respond to transmitted signals



plural noun sen·si·ti·vi·ties 
Definition:
 
feelings: somebody's feelings, especially feelings that might be offended


Word Usage

See sensibility.

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