Meaning of the word sensibility in English

What does sensibility mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sensibility

US /ˌsen.səˈbɪl.ə.t̬i/
UK /ˌsen.səˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Noun

1.

the ability to feel, understand, or appreciate something; responsiveness to emotional or aesthetic influences

Example:
Her artistic sensibility allowed her to create beautiful paintings.
He has a keen sensibility to the needs of others.
2.

the quality of being able to feel or perceive; the capacity for physical sensation

Example:
The doctor tested the patient's sensibility to touch.
Loss of sensibility in the limbs can be a symptom of nerve damage.