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sensitive

Definition for sensitive

adjective as in easily hurt

Strongest matches

bleeding-heart, delicate, painful

Strong matches

sore, tender

Weak match

easily harmed

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The light, as much as it exists in this series, shines through Hahn’s sensitive work as Dominick’s ex-wife Dessa and the welcome breath of comedy Rob Huebel lends to Leo, Dominick’s mischievous best friend.

From Salon

Young people have smaller bodies and their brains are still developing, which can make them more sensitive to caffeine, say experts.

From BBC

The company, however, did acknowledge "there have been moments where our systems did not behave as intended in sensitive situations".

From BBC

We had always known the story was sensitive but even so, we were surprised by the Libyan reaction.

From BBC

"I'm a little sensitive, I don't want to cry - I had so much fun out here," she said.

From BBC

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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