Sensitivity ( noun , noun )

(As a noun)

Sensitivity ( noun )

1. The ability to respond to or be aware of something, especially a subtle difference, change, or influence.
2. The ability to feel or perceive things in a subtle or delicate way.
3. The ability to respond to or be affected by something, such as an emotion or stimulus.
4. The state or quality of being sensitive to something.
5. The ability to detect and respond to light, heat, sound, or pressure.

Origin:

Early 18th century: from french sensibilité, from sensibilis, from sensus "feeling" + -ibilis "capable of" (see -ible).

Examples:

1. He has a high sensitivity to the cold.
2. She has a great sensitivity to the needs of others.
3. The camera's sensitivity to light is very good.
4. He has a sensitivity to gluten, so he can't eat bread.
5. The plant has a sensitivity to changes in temperature.

(As a noun)

Sensitivity ( noun )

1. The ability to respond to or be aware of something, especially a subtle difference, change, or influence.
2. The ability to feel or perceive things in a subtle or delicate way.
3. The ability to respond to or be affected by something, such as an emotion or stimulus.
4. The state or quality of being sensitive to something.
5. The ability to detect and respond to light, heat, sound, or pressure.

Origin:

Early 18th century: from french sensibilité, from sensibilis, from sensus "feeling" + -ibilis "capable of" (see -ible).

Examples:

1. He has a high sensitivity to the cold.
2. She has a great sensitivity to the needs of others.
3. The camera's sensitivity to light is very good.
4. He has a sensitivity to gluten, so he can't eat bread.
5. The plant has a sensitivity to changes in temperature.