sensitiveness
Americannoun
Synonym Usage
See sensibility.
Etymology
Origin of sensitiveness
Example Sentences
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“We need to make sure development policies keep the sensitiveness of Himalayas in mind to avoid such damage in the future.”
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 30, 2023
But he wants the international community to appreciate the "sensitiveness of the matter".
From BBC ● Dec. 21, 2015
The windows taped shut with black plastic were to her just a sign of sensitiveness to light—even though he could go outdoors when he wanted to.
From Slate ● Dec. 13, 2013
Nina Raine's direction, balancing sensitiveness with stringency, beautifully combines these diverse talents and saves a debut from disaster.
From The Guardian ● Mar. 10, 2013
Slowly, under proper guidance and direction, the sensitiveness wears away through repeated experience of a contrary sort, and such qualities as create a self-reliance take its place.
From Farm Boys and Girls by McKeever, William Arch
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