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insensitive
[ in-sen-si-tiv ]
adjective
- deficient in human sensibility, acuteness of feeling, or consideration; unfeeling; callous:
an insensitive person.
- not physically sensitive:
insensitive skin.
- not affected by physical or chemical agencies or influences:
insensitive to light.
- not readily responsive or aware:
insensitive to the needs of the peasants.
insensitive
/ ɪˈɛԲɪɪ /
adjective
- lacking sensitivity; unfeeling
- lacking physical sensation
- postpositivefoll byto not sensitive (to) or affected (by)
insensitive to radiation
Derived Forms
- ˈԲپ, adverb
- ˈԲپԱ, noun
Other Word Forms
- ·s·پ·Ա ·ȴ·پi·ٲ noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of insensitive1
Example Sentences
Ten months ago, when the Lakers acquired the oldest son of their best player, I wrote that the move was an insensitive joke.
Nina said she was happy to see people criticising the trend, which she called "immoral and insensitive".
The former minister said his comments in a House of Lords debate on plans for a memorial near Parliament were "insensitive" but "not intended to be antisemitic".
Much like any young teen, Dawn was a bit impulsive and self-centered and seemingly insensitive to Buffy’s plight as a chosen savior.
But midway through the 2023 season, with New England second in the conference table, Arena was placed on administrative leave amid allegations he made “insensitive and inappropriate remarks.”
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