Adjective

(en-adj)

Strained; tightly drawn.

Strict, very close or earnest.

Extreme in degree; excessive.

Extreme in size or strength.

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Stressful and tiring.

Very severe.

Adjective

(en adjective)

Having the faculty of sensation; pertaining to the senses.

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The sensitive faculty most part overrules reason, the soul is carried hoodwinked, and the understanding captive like a beast.

Responsive to stimuli.

Of a person, easily offended, upset or hurt.

Max is very sensitive ; he cried today because of the bad news.

Of an issue, capable of offending, upsetting or hurting.

Religion is often a sensitive topic of discussion and should be avoided when dealing with foreign business associates.

Accurate (instrument).