noun (verb, adverb in some contexts) as in strong fondness

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Example:She was so touchy about the criticism that she couldn't even take a joke.

Definition:Easily upset or offended; oversensitive to criticism or ill-treatment.

From touchy

Example:He was quite sentimental over the memories of his childhood.

Definition:Soft or tender in feeling; fond or emotional, especially about the past or people, places, or things associated with them.

From sentimental

Example:The critics were interpretive of the new film, finding deeper meanings than the director intended.

Definition:Interpreting or inclined to interpret; also, being of or relating to interpretation; interpretative.

From interpretive

Example:Her oversensitivity made it hard for her to work in the critical environment.

Definition:More sensitive than is appropriate or genuine; excessively tender, delicate, or easily hurt; too readily or soon affected.

From oversensitive

Example:Being overly sensitive to criticism can be a common problem in underperforming areas of life.

Definition:Sensitive to challenges and some insensitive comments; feeling insecure even with slight disapproval.

From overly sensitive