Synonyms of sensitivity

sensitivity

noun

ˌsen(t)-sə-ˈti-və-tē 

as in sensitiveness

the state or quality of being able to sense slight impressions or differences

the sensitivity needed for a microphone that will be used in a recording studio

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sensitiveness
• perceptiveness
• accuracy
• perceptivity
• acuity
• acuteness
• sharpness
• hypersensitivity
• keenness
• delicacy
• supersensitivity
• hypersensitiveness
• oversensitivity
• exactness
• exactitude
• hyperacuity
• fineness
• oversensitiveness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of sensitivity

The failure was bad news for scientists who rely on data from Swift, which has unique capabilities combining sensitivity to gamma rays, X-rays, and visible light with the agility to quickly turn toward astronomical targets. — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 1 Oct. 2026

A little patience can keep sensitivity from becoming defensiveness. — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 29 Sep. 2026

Graziella had no such sensitivities for her granddaughter's feelings. — Danielle Parker, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2026

Substantial evidence links psychological stress to inflammation, barrier impairment and skin aging, which is why breakouts, sensitivity and dullness flare during hard weeks. — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 28 Sep. 2026