sensitively

• D'une manière qui montre de la compréhension et de la considération pour les sentiments des autres, ou avec précaution afin d'éviter d'offenser ou de nuire. Peut aussi se rapporter à une manipulation douce et prudente d'équipements délicats ou d'informations sensibles.

An adverb meaning "in a way that shows understanding and awareness of others' feelings" or "with careful consideration to avoid causing offense or harm." It can also refer to handling delicate equipment or information with care.

1. With care and understandingB2formal

   In a way that shows awareness and consideration for others' feelings or needs.

   avec délicatesse

   • She handled the difficult conversation sensitively.
   • The doctor spoke sensitively about the diagnosis.
   • He listened sensitively to her concerns.

   Synonymesconsideratelydelicatelydiscreetlyempatheticallysympatheticallytactfullythoughtfullyunderstandingly

   Antonymescallouslyindifferentlyinsensitivelyunfeelingly

2. With responsiveness to stimuliC1formal

   In a way that reacts quickly or strongly to external influences or changes.

   avec sensibilité aux stimuli

   • The instrument measures changes sensitively.
   • The skin reacts sensitively to sunlight.
   • The system responds sensitively to temperature fluctuations.

   Antonymesinsensitivelynumbly