Oversensitive

Pronunciation: /ˌoʊvərˈsɛnsətɪv/

Definitions of oversensitive

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case, 'oversensitive' describes someone who is excessively sensitive or easily offended

Example Sentences

A1 She is oversensitive and gets upset easily.

A2 Some people are oversensitive to criticism.

B1 Being oversensitive can lead to misunderstandings in communication.

B2 His oversensitive nature makes it difficult for him to handle constructive feedback.

C1 The author's oversensitive portrayal of the characters adds depth to the novel.

C2 Her oversensitive reaction to the situation highlighted her vulnerability.

Examples of oversensitive in a Sentence

formal She is known to be oversensitive to criticism, often taking offense at the slightest comment.

informal Don't be so oversensitive, I was just joking around.

slang Some people are just too thin-skinned and oversensitive about everything.

figurative His oversensitive nature was like a fragile glass, easily shattered by the words of others.

Grammatical Forms of oversensitive

• past tense: oversensitized
• plural: oversensitives
• comparative: more oversensitive
• superlative: most oversensitive
• present tense: oversensitive
• future tense: will be oversensitive
• perfect tense: have been oversensitive
• continuous tense: is being oversensitive
• singular: oversensitive
• positive degree: oversensitive
• infinitive: to oversensitize
• gerund: oversensitizing
• participle: oversensitized

Origin and Evolution of oversensitive

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'oversensitive' originated from the combination of the prefix 'over-' meaning excessive or beyond, and the word 'sensitive' meaning easily affected or influenced.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe someone who is excessively sensitive or easily affected by external factors, the word 'oversensitive' has evolved to also encompass a negative connotation of being overly reactive or thin-skinned in response to criticism or perceived slights.