B2
sensible vs sensitive
Sensible means practical and showing good judgment (a sensible decision); sensitive means easily upset, or quick to notice feelings or small changes (sensitive skin).
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| sensibleadjective/ˈsen.sə.bəl/ | Meaning showing good judgment and practical thinking | Goes with sensible thing | Example Wear sensible shoes, because we'll be walking for several hours. |
| sensitiveadjective/ˈsen.sə.tɪv/ | Meaning easily upset by what people say or do; also understanding other people's feelings well | Goes with sensitive about | Example He's very sensitive about his weight, so don't make jokes about it. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Money can be a issue between couples.