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insensitive Definition and Meaning in English (insensitive definition)

adjective
Synonyms:unfeelingcallousheartless
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Insensitive definition: Lacking sensitivity or compassion; not feeling or showing concern for the feelings of others.

Definitions of Insensitive

  1. 1adjective

    Lacking sensitivity or compassion; not feeling or showing concern for the feelings of others.

  2. 2adjective

    Not responsive or susceptible to a particular stimulus or influence.

Example Sentences

“It was insensitive of him to make jokes about her recent loss.”

“The plant is insensitive to changes in light.”

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nouninsensitivity
adverbinsensitively

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Insensitive definition: Lacking sensitivity or compassion; not feeling or showing concern for the feelings of others.
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'Insensitive' translates to 'insensitive' in English. Insensitive definition: Lacking sensitivity or compassion; not feeling or showing concern for the feelings of others.
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