sensibilities
nounUK /ˌsɛn(t)sɪˈbɪlɪtiːz/ · US /ˌsɛn(t)səˈbɪlətiz/
Etymology From sensibility + -es (suffix forming pluralia tantum; and regular plural forms of nouns).
1
Capabilities to have emotions; feelings.
- Though she gave the impression of fineness she was in reality so determined that any sensibilities she possessed were held in the vice of her will.1939, Ngaio Marsh, “Six Parts and Seven Actors”, in Overture to Death, New York, N.Y.: Jove Books, published May 1984, →ISBN, page 26:
2
Obsolete Feelings of gratitude.
3
Obsolete Intuitive reactions; instincts.