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oversensitive

/ˌoʊvərˈsɛn.sɪtɪv/ adjective · British & US
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What does oversensitive mean?

adjective

Excessively sensitive or emotional; easily upset or offended.

Example

"She was accused of being oversensitive to criticism, but she felt it was a valid concern."

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