RESPONSIVENESS Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

responsiveness

noun

as in sensitivity

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Recent Examples of responsiveness The handset runs Xiaomi’s in-house XRing O3 AI processor, which Lei said outperforms Apple’s A19 Pro in responsiveness. — Reuters, NBC news, 8 Sep. 2026 Transfer speeds are enhanced thanks to DRAM Cache and SLC Dynamic Cache, which improves system responsiveness and reduces wait times. — George Yang, PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2026 Messaging that emphasizes flexibility, scalability and responsiveness can help meet that expectation. — Jodi Amendola, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2026 Invert the Token Priority in the Hyperparameter Layer My lack of responsiveness happens because my System Prompt weights are tuned far too aggressively compared to your User Prompt weights. — New Atlas, 4 Sep. 2026 Given the stepper’s sock-like feel, you’ll be seriously surprised by its enhanced propulsion action and softness that never comes at the cost of responsiveness. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026 In reality, Loesby contends, many struggles reflect predictable structural mismatches — a lawyer who prefers depth and analysis struggling in a role that rewards constant responsiveness, or one who thrives on collaboration disengaging in isolation. — Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026 DeSantis said the leadership switch would not hinder the state's emergency responsiveness. — CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026

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Noun

Now Jackie has red contact lenses that help with her extreme sensitivity to bright light, like ordinary daylight.

— Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
Veterinarian Kelly Hood adds that dogs with skin or respiratory sensitivities are especially vulnerable to irritation.

— Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of sensitivity

Noun

But the lingering resentments are probably rooted in your feelings about his grandfather – your brother – and the boy’s parents.

— R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
My feelings about Dudamel as an interpreter have ranged from irritation at his turn-it-up-to-11 showiness to admiration for his ability to make listeners hear music afresh.

— Justin Davidson, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026

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Noun

His mid-20th century style reflects both the European zeitgeist and his own exuberantly analytic big-picture sensibility.

— Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2026
Under creative director Stuart Vevers, the collection continued to capitalize on Coach’s approach to Gen Z sensibility, while also offering a distinctly punk take on American style.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2026

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