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Definition of sensitively adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

sensitively

adverb
 
/ˈsensətɪvli/
 
/ˈsensətɪvli/
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  1. in a way that shows that you are aware of and able to understand other people and their feelings
    • People who report assault need to know they will be treated sensitively.
    opposite insensitively (1)
  2. in a way that shows you are easily offended or upset
    • She worried that she might have reacted too sensitively.
  3. with great care not to offend people or make them angry or embarrassed
    • She handled the matter sensitively.
    opposite insensitively (1)
  4. in a way that shows understanding of art, music and literature and an ability to express yourself through them
    • He writes sensitively.
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