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Definition of supersensitive
supersensitive
/ˌsuːpɚˈsɛnsətɪv/
su · per · sen · si · tive
Adverb:supersensitively
supersensitive Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
9
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
5
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1
Extremely or excessively sensitive in feelings or emotions; easily hurt, offended, or upset.
Example
"He became supersensitive to even the mildest constructive criticism from his editor."
2
Responding rapidly or acutely to very slight physical, chemical, or sensory stimuli (especially of scientific instruments, photographic film, or biological senses).
Example
"The observatory installed a supersensitive infrared camera capable of detecting faint heat signatures from distant galaxies."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Supersensitive. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/supersensitive