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(hy-per-sen-si-tive) 5 syllables

Definition

adjective. very easily affected by things around.

Example Sentence

She does not have many friends because she is hypersensitive.

More Example Sentences

His hypersensitive nature makes him anxious.

Synonyms

overly sensitive; touchy; delicate

Antonyms

insensitive; unfeeling; tough

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Rhymes

  • sensitive

  • insensitive

  • hypersensitive
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