hypersensitiveness

Definition of hypersensitivenessnext

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for hypersensitiveness
Noun
  • The African American community has a hypersensitivity to antipsychotic drugs, more than most groups.
    Anna Peele, Vanity Fair, 27 Jan. 2026
  • An irritating product or excessive use of active ingredients can quickly push skin into a state of hypersensitivity.
    Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Perhaps in recognition of those sensitivities, both Meta and YouTube assigned Thursday’s delicate cross-examination to female attorneys, who took a decidedly softer tack with Kaley than Stanner had with her therapist.
    Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
  • Both provide similar amounts of protein, but labneh may be easier to digest for people with lactose sensitivities.
    Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 27 Feb. 2026
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“Hypersensitiveness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hypersensitiveness. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.

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