sensibility

noun

Definition of sensibilitynext
1
as in attitude
a particular attitude, mindset, or preference The artist was known for her minimalist sensibility. The sentiments expressed in the essay, while typical of their time, are apt to offend modern sensibilities.

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2
as in sensitivity
the capacity to notice and respond to something She has a painter's innate sensibility for color and composition.

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Recent Examples of sensibility Out now via Darkroom Records, the track blends Bono’s soaring vocals and U2’s arena-sized sensibilities with Garrix’s polished electronic production. — Spin Staff, SPIN, 24 July 2026 There is a European sensibility to both the Upper West Market and Summerland. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 23 July 2026 And some of it will likely be scaled back to suit the sensibilities of Spaniards, Portuguese and Moroccans. — Henry Bushnell, New York Times, 21 July 2026 His moviegoing sensibility that any casting that takes him far away from the film’s narrative is a negative goes into the red zone with Page, who reunites with Nolan after Inception. — Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sensibility
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensibility
  1. attitude
  2. sensitivity
  3. style
  4. ear
  5. aesthetic
  6. sense
  7. approach
  8. technique
Noun
  • The early Olympic movement reinforced those same attitudes by barring women from major track and field events altogether.
    — Lindsey Darvin, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
  • Agazero’s new take on the genre retains a similarly ambivalent attitude toward the dancefloor.
    — Amanda Cavalcanti, Pitchfork, 31 July 2026
Definition of attitude
Noun
  • But there are properties around the world that go above and beyond to host guests with celiac disease and other gluten sensitivities.
    — Elliott Harrell, Travel + Leisure, 27 July 2026
  • The group’s sensitivity to the negative headlines underscores some of the challenges facing tech stocks, as Jim Cramer discussed in his Sunday column.
    — Jeff Marks, CNBC, 27 July 2026
Definition of sensitivity
Noun
  • In another conversation, Marcee Gray brought up an online drawing showing Colt alongside the Columbine shooters and Parkland gunman Nikolas Cruz in the style of a Weezer album cover.
    — Isabel Rosales, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Lesnar sat up Undertaker-style and planted Femi with not one or two but three F5s.
    — Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of style
Noun
  • Right before dinner, with his furry ears on, Luke asks to speak to the captain.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 21 July 2026
  • Quarantine violators faced consequences that could include being branded with four hot irons or having an ear or nose cut off.
    — Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 21 July 2026
Definition of ear
Noun
  • Inspired by French design, the coquette aesthetic is romantic, delicate, and often playful.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 July 2026
  • Her aesthetic is all classic Americana, cowboy hats and tall boots.
    — Zoe Sottile, CNN Money, 29 July 2026
Definition of aesthetic
Noun
  • In that sense, the conditions included in the Garnacho deal must have a realistic possibility of not occurring in order for the deal to be recorded, at least initially, as a loan.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 22 July 2026
  • With real couples, the sense of love and familiarity was already present.
    — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 22 July 2026
Definition of sense
Noun
  • Asked about Apple’s AI offerings, including the upcoming Siri AI, Cook said the company saw an opportunity in running more AI directly on users’ devices, an approach that Apple believes can appeal to privacy-minded users.
    — Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 31 July 2026
  • Several years in the making, the formula went through multiple rounds of development before landing on an approach that feels refreshingly straightforward.
    — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 31 July 2026
Definition of approach
Noun
  • With all of our efficiency tools and techniques, one of the most underutilized yet consistent sources of return on investment is recovery.
    — Mena Mirhom, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Qiu was known for research working with a cutting-edge technique known as base editing to make custom treatments for children with rare diseases.
    — Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 31 July 2026
Definition of technique

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