sensitivity in Dutch

sensitivity in Dutch is gevoeligheid, sensitiviteit, ontvankelijkheid — sensitivity means the quality of being easily affected or upset.

sensitivity in Dutch

gevoeligheid

noun

sensitiviteit

noun

(statistics) The probability, in a binary classification test, of a true positive being correctly identified.

gevoeligheid

noun

(electronics) The degree of response of an instrument to a change in an input signal.

ontvankelijkheid

noun

(electronics) The degree of response of an instrument to a change in an input signal.

What does "sensitivity" mean?

noun The quality of being easily affected or upset.
"She spoke about the loss with great sensitivity, careful not to hurt anyone."
noun The degree to which something (a person, organ, or device) responds to stimuli or change.
"Cameras with higher sensitivity take clearer photos in dim light."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

sensitivity in a sentence

She spoke about the loss with great sensitivity, careful not to hurt anyone.
His sensitivity to criticism made him avoid sharing his poems.
Cameras with higher sensitivity take clearer photos in dim light.
You can adjust the mouse sensitivity in the settings.

Similar words in Dutch

delicacy susceptibility tenderness

Common Dutch translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "sensitivity" in Dutch?

"sensitivity" in Dutch is gevoeligheid, sensitiviteit, ontvankelijkheid. sensitivity means: The quality of being easily affected or upset.

How do you use "sensitivity" in a sentence?

Example: "She spoke about the loss with great sensitivity, careful not to hurt anyone." In Dutch, "sensitivity" is gevoeligheid, sensitiviteit, ontvankelijkheid.

Are there other ways to say "sensitivity" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 3 translations listed for "sensitivity": gevoeligheid, sensitiviteit, ontvankelijkheid.

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