Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

affectability

Noun
/əˌfɛk təˈbɪl ɪ ti/
Definition
The quality of being susceptible to emotional influence or having the capacity for emotional response.
Examples
  • Her high affectability made her a great actor, able to deeply connect with her roles.

  • The affectability of children often leads them to react strongly to new experiences and emotions.

Meaning
Affectability refers to the ability of a person to experience and be influenced by emotions, particularly in response to external stimuli.
Synonyms
  • Susceptibility
  • Emotional responsiveness
  • Sentimentality