C1
sensitive vs sentimental
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
| sentimentaladjective/ˌsen.təˈmen.təl/ | Meaning connected with feelings and memories rather than practical value; also showing too much soft emotion | Goes with sentimental value | Example The old watch isn't worth much, but it has great sentimental value. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Managers should be to the needs of working parents.