Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Sensitive”
Noticing small details or changes; easily upset by criticism or unkind words; or reacting easily to physical things like heat or chemicals.
Word Family of Sensitive
What is the noun of sensitive? — sensitivity
What is the adjective of sensitive? — sensitive
What is the adverb of sensitive? — sensitively
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The camera sensor is sensitive to very small amounts of light. B1
- She is very sensitive to criticism and feels hurt easily. B1
- The government considers immigration policy a sensitive political issue. B2
Word Form Patterns for Sensitive
-ity
Adds **-ity** to form an abstract noun about a quality or state. Example: sensitive → sensitivity.
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: sensitive → sensitively.
Origin and Word Formation of Sensitive
From Latin "sensitivus" meaning "capable of sensation", from "sensus" (feeling).
Used to describe people who are emotionally aware or careful about social issues. "Sensitive skin" is common in product marketing.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Sensitive
Wrong: This is sensitive material information.
Correct: This is sensitive information.
Do not use "material information"; "sensitive information" alone is sufficient.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Sensitive
What are the word forms of “sensitive”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “sensitive”?
“sensitive” is primarily a adj. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “sensitive” come from?
From Latin "sensitivus" meaning "capable of sensation", from "sensus" (feeling).