over-sensitivity

[US]/[ˌoʊvər ˈsɛnsɪdə] /
[UK]/[ˌoʊvər ˈsɛnsɪdə]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.The state of being excessively or abnormally sensitive to stimuli or emotions.; An exaggerated emotional response to situations.
adj.Excessively or abnormally sensitive.

Phrases & Collocations

showing over-sensitivity

over-sensitivity to

avoid over-sensitivity

caused by over-sensitivity

over-sensitivity issues

high over-sensitivity

over-sensitivity test

addressing over-sensitivity

exaggerated over-sensitivity

Example Sentences

his over-sensitivity to criticism often prevents him from improving.

the child's over-sensitivity to loud noises made outings difficult.

she displayed an over-sensitivity to perceived slights from her colleagues.

avoid triggering his over-sensitivity by being direct and honest.

the manager addressed the team's over-sensitivity to feedback.

her over-sensitivity to rejection led her to avoid applying for jobs.

we need to consider the patient's over-sensitivity to certain medications.

the company culture fostered an environment of over-sensitivity and fear.

his over-sensitivity made it difficult to give him constructive criticism.

it's important to distinguish between empathy and over-sensitivity.

the project team had to navigate the client's over-sensitivity regarding design changes.

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