sensitivity
1 antonyms and opposites of sensitivity, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The quality of being easily affected or upset.
Antonyms
How to use sensitivity
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From sensitive + the noun-forming suffix -ity.
Full origin of sensitivity →Frequently asked questions
What does “sensitivity” mean?
The word “sensitivity” means the quality of being easily affected or upset. In plain terms, how easily something responds, reacts, or is affected — emotionally, physically, or in a device or test.
How do you pronounce “sensitivity”?
“Sensitivity” is pronounced sehn-sih-TIHV-ih-tee (/ˌsɛn.səˈtɪv.ə.ti/ in IPA).
How do you use “sensitivity” in a sentence?
Here is “sensitivity” used in a sentence: “He handled the layoffs with real sensitivity.”
What is the opposite of “sensitivity”?
The opposite of “sensitivity” — its antonyms — is insensitivity.
What part of speech is “sensitivity”?
“Sensitivity” is a noun.
Is “sensitivity” a common word?
“Sensitivity” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “sensitivity” have?
“Sensitivity” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the quality of being easily affected or upset.
What is the difference between "sensitivity" and "sensibility"?
"Sensitivity" is the quality of being easily affected, upset, or responsive to stimuli, while "sensibility" refers to a person's capacity to appreciate and respond to emotions or aesthetics. You show sensitivity when you react strongly to criticism; you show sensibility in refined taste or moral awareness.
What is the difference between "sensitivity" and "sensitiveness"?
Both nouns come from "sensitive," but "sensitivity" is far more common and covers both emotional and technical meanings, such as the sensitivity of a camera or a person. "Sensitiveness" is rare and usually limited to describing a person's tender or touchy nature.
What words are commonly used with "sensitivity"?
"Sensitivity" often appears in phrases such as "emotional sensitivity," "cultural sensitivity," "light sensitivity," and "price sensitivity." In technical settings it describes measurable responsiveness, as in "the sensitivity of a test" or "the sensitivity of an instrument."