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

Brands must also be cognisant of their limitations — not just due to the nuances of chemical management, but also due to the broad church of sensitivities their consumer base may have. —Sophie Benson, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025

Those with more negative parenting feelings showed changes in the sensory cortex and cerebellum, which may relate to hyperemotional sensitivity to sensory information. —Anthony Vaccaro, Scientific American, 29 Oct. 2025

Certain stocks that show a larger than usual sensitivity to declines in short-term interest rates could take off if the Federal Reserve cuts again on Wednesday and signals more easing is ahead. —John Melloy, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2025

Cream of wheat may not be ideal for those with gluten sensitivities. —Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 29 Oct. 2025