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Definition of ultrasensitive

ultrasensitive

/ˌʌl.tɹəˈsɛn.sɪ.tɪv/
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ultrasensitive Lexical Profile

ultrasensitive Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Capable of detecting or responding to extremely slight changes, signals, or trace amounts of a substance (especially of scientific instruments, sensors, or diagnostic tests).

Example

"The laboratory developed an ultrasensitive assay capable of detecting viral proteins at femtomolar concentrations."

2

Having acute emotional or physical sensitivity; easily hurt, offended, or overwhelmed by external stimuli or criticism.

Example

"Because he was ultrasensitive to even mild feedback, his manager phrased the performance review with great care."

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• Rhymes for ultrasensitive

• Nearby Words

ultraright
ultrasafe
ultrasecret
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ultrasharp
ultrashort
ultrasimple

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ultrasensitive. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ultrasensitive
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