/sen藞si尾le/
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Translation
sensitive
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Word origin
From Latin sensibilis ('perceptible, able to feel'), from sentire ('to feel'). The English 'sensible' comes from the same root but has diverged in meaning, making this a false friend.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- sensibilis
- English cognates
- sensitive, sense
Grammar
Examples
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He is a very sensitive person and cries easily.
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My skin is sensitive to the sun.
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This is a sensitive subject, we must discuss it carefully.
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Careful, it is a very sensitive instrument!
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Children are sensitive to changes at home.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 23, lesson 4: sensible, funci贸n, honestamente and 7 more words.