sensibility
noun/ˌsɛnsəˈbɪlɪti/
Frequency rank: #10,657 most common English word
Meaning
the ability to appreciate and respond to complex emotional or aesthetic influences
Example sentence
Her poetry shows great sensibility for the beauty found in everyday life.
Synonyms & related words
- sensitivity
- perceptiveness
- awareness
- appreciation
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