hochempfindlich

highly sensitive; hypersensitive

English translations

  1. 01

    highly sensitive

  2. 02

    hypersensitive

Word details

German meaning
Extrem empfindlich, reagiert sehr stark auf Reize.
English meaning
Highly sensitive
Synonym
übersensibel
German example
Das Messgerät ist hochempfindlich.
English example
The measuring device is highly sensitive.

Example sentences with “hochempfindlich”

  1. Das Messgerät ist hochempfindlich. (The measuring device is highly sensitive.)

Frequently asked questions

Is 'hochempfindlich' an adjective that can be used adverbially?

Yes, 'hochempfindlich' functions as both an adjective and an adverb. Like most German adjectives, it does not require a suffix when used adverbially to describe a verb or another adjective.