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

Normal magnesium levels improve how your cells respond to insulin (insulin sensitivity) and allow the body to regulate blood sugar levels.3 Low magnesium levels may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, in which the cells do not respond to insulin, and blood sugar levels rise. —Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 19 Feb. 2025

It’s well established that having more mitochondria is associated with positive outcomes like better insulin sensitivity and athletic performance. —Alex Hutchinson, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2025

Berger’s Vatican caper lacks the tact and sensitivity in François Ozon’s superb By the Grace of God, even quickly dispensing the repentance of a disgraced African cardinal (Lucian Msamati). —Armond White, National Review, 19 Feb. 2025

The Einstein Ring, which had never been seen around this galaxy before, was suddenly easy to find because of Euclid's high resolution and sensitivity. —Chandelis Duster, NPR, 11 Feb. 2025