sensitively

adverb

Definition of sensitivelynext
as in thoughtfully

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Recent Examples of sensitively All the characters, real and fictional, are sensitively rendered, and their stories are unforgettable. — The Know, Denver Post, 7 June 2026 Their lodges are some of the most luxurious and sensitively designed in Africa, and Pamushana is no exception. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 She has been sensitively portrayed by any number of actresses—among them Julie Harris, Mary Tyler Moore, and Sally Field—whose performances have somehow never really altered our perception. — Thomas Mallon, New Yorker, 18 May 2026 Fuqua’s focus is on the music, with songwriting, video production and choreography scenes, and full-length live performances tackled with staggering precision by Jaafar Jackson, who also sensitively delivers Michael’s repressed anguish in confrontational scenes with his father. — Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 25 Apr. 2026 Thankfully, Lombroso does so with ease, following the journeys of three different men, all with intriguing stories that the filmmaker navigates sensitively. — Tomris Laffly, Variety, 14 Mar. 2026 Another audience member sensitively played Sam, the narrator’s love of his life, a relationship that reveals the long-term toll of being raised by a parent suffering from suicidal depression. — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026 At a time when many of us worry (some more sensitively than others) about film becoming a niche art form, that kind of democratic success is worth valuing. — Nate Jones, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026 Probst navigated it smartly and sensitively. — David Canfield, Vanity Fair, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensitively
  1. thoughtfully
  2. lovingly
  3. considerately
  4. sympathetically
  5. soulfully
  6. humanely
  7. mercifully
  8. compassionately
Adverb
  • Every detail, from private transfers and pre- or post-cruise stays to exclusive local experiences, is thoughtfully arranged to create a seamless journey from beginning to end.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 24 July 2026
  • The firm’s name comes from a conversation with Apple’s Jobs about the importance of making products thoughtfully.
    — Emily Forlini, Fortune, 22 July 2026
Definition of thoughtfully
Adverb
  • From Piggly Wiggly to gas station, deli to sit-down-restaurant, most quick lunch establishments (and the Southerners that lovingly and critically frequent them) take the flavor, texture, and temperature of their chicken salads extremely seriously.
    — Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 19 July 2026
  • According to Carswell, the home’s remarkable condition reflects the couple who lovingly cared for it for decades.
    — Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026
Definition of lovingly
Adverb
  • Move considerately, and let your actions speak for you today.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
  • The viral post comes as survey data suggests many travelers are generally open to seat-switch requests when they are made considerately.
    — Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Definition of considerately
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  • Variety reported that Artificial recently received positive feedback during test screenings, and claimed that Altman and Musk are portrayed less sympathetically than other figures in the film.
    — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 19 June 2026
  • The Audacity is better when dealing more sympathetically with teenagers like Tess, who’s grown tired of rebellion as the answer to her discontent.
    — Scott Tobias, Vulture, 17 May 2026
Definition of sympathetically
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  • Withers makes Ledger, in his omnipresent orange Ford pickup truck, a soulfully hunky gentle giant.
    — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 11 Mar. 2026
  • The community is bolstered by Japanese Buddhist and Shinto beliefs that soulfully and spiritually tether humanity to the natural world.
    — Malik Peay, Them., 15 Dec. 2025
Definition of soulfully
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  • In another effort to curb the invasive species, Florida hosts an annual python challenge, where hunters can sign up to humanely kill the reptiles to stop the species’ spread throughout the state.
    — Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026
  • In an interesting episode during the 1974-75 war, the Peshmerga managed to shoot down an Iraqi MiG-19 fighter jet and capture its pilot, who was treated exceptionally humanely.
    — Paul Iddon, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of humanely
Adverb
  • The attacks are heavily telegraphed, and the timing window for a successful parry is mercifully humane.
    — Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
  • Beth’s death, on the other hand, is mercifully quiet and peaceful.
    — Sarah Chihaya, Vulture, 16 July 2026
Definition of mercifully
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  • We are taxed, compassionately pass bills, paid for with Bonds, attend black tie dinners, and hear about 10-year plans after 10-year plans to solve the problem Sacramento is creating.
    — Linh Tat, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
  • In this story the problem is treated intimately and compassionately by a woman who knows all about it.
    — AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Definition of compassionately

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