sensitive
Translation
sensitive, delicate, touchy, classified
Examples
My teeth are very sensitive to cold.
My teeth are very sensitive to cold.
She is very sensitive to criticism.
She is very sensitive to criticism.
This is a sensitive political issue.
This is a sensitive political issue.
The report contains sensitive information.
The report contains sensitive information.
Grammar Patterns
sensitive ((to sth.)) quick to react to or be affected by (sth.) My teeth are very sensitive to cold.
Similar Words
Synonyms: delicate, receptive, touchy; Antonyms: insensitive, tough
Etymology
From Latin 'sentire' (to feel). 'sens-' (feel) + '-itive' (adjective suffix).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'sense' that is 'active' (-itive). It feels things easily.