Definition of hypersensitive

hypersensitiveadjective

quá mẫn cảm

/ˌhaɪpəˈsensətɪv//ˌhaɪpərˈsensətɪv/

The word "hypersensitive" is a combination of two Greek roots: * **"hyper"**, meaning "over" or "excessive" * **"sensitive"**, derived from the Latin "sentire," meaning "to feel" Thus, "hypersensitive" literally means "excessively sensitive." The term first appeared in English in the 19th century, initially referring to a heightened sensitivity to physical stimuli. Over time, its meaning broadened to encompass emotional and psychological sensitivity.

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very easily offended

rất dễ bị xúc phạm

Example:
  • He's hypersensitive to any kind of criticism.

    Anh ấy quá nhạy cảm với bất kỳ lời chỉ trích nào.

extremely physically sensitive to particular substances, medicines, light, etc.

cực kỳ nhạy cảm về mặt thể chất với các chất cụ thể, thuốc, ánh sáng, v.v.

Example:
  • Her skin is hypersensitive.

    Da của cô ấy rất nhạy cảm.

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