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- [in-sen-si-tiv]
- /ɪnˈsɛn sɪ tɪv/
- /ɪnˈsen.sɪ.tɪv/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [in-sen-si-tiv]
- /ɪnˈsɛn sɪ tɪv/
Definitions of insensitive word
- adjective insensitive deficient in human sensibility, acuteness of feeling, or consideration; unfeeling; callous: an insensitive person. 1
- adjective insensitive not physically sensitive: insensitive skin. 1
- adjective insensitive not affected by physical or chemical agencies or influences: insensitive to light. 1
- adjective insensitive not readily responsive or aware: insensitive to the needs of the peasants. 1
- noun insensitive Showing or feeling no concern for others' feelings. 1
- adjective insensitive person: unsympathetic 1
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Origin of insensitive
First appearance:
before 1600 One of the 39% oldest English words
First recorded in 1600-10; in-3 + sensitive
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Parts of speech for Insensitive
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adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
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insensitive popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for insensitive
adj insensitive
- crass — Crass behaviour is stupid and does not show consideration for other people.
- unresponsive — responding especially readily and sympathetically to appeals, efforts, influences, etc.: a responsive government.
- unkind — lacking in kindness or mercy; severe.
- heartless — unfeeling; unkind; unsympathetic; harsh; cruel: heartless words; a heartless ruler.
- uncaring — a state of mind in which one is troubled; worry, anxiety, or concern: He was never free from care.
adjective insensitive
- impervious — not permitting penetration or passage; impenetrable: The coat is impervious to rain.
- oblivious — unmindful; unconscious; unaware (usually followed by of or to): She was oblivious of his admiration.
- unmoved — to pass from one place or position to another.
- indifferent — without interest or concern; not caring; apathetic: his indifferent attitude toward the suffering of others.
- unaffected — not affected, acted upon, or influenced; unchanged; unaltered: The laboratory clock remained accurate, unaffected by the explosion.
Antonyms for insensitive
adj insensitive
- kind — of a good or benevolent nature or disposition, as a person: a kind and loving person.
- considerate — Someone who is considerate pays attention to the needs, wishes, or feelings of other people.
- impressionable — easily impressed or influenced; susceptible: an impressionable youngster.
- mindful — attentive, aware, or careful (usually followed by of): mindful of one's responsibilities.
- responsive — responding especially readily and sympathetically to appeals, efforts, influences, etc.: a responsive government.
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