insensitive
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Adj — Showing little concern or care for other people feelings.
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How to use insensitive
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Etymology
Formed from in- ("not") plus sensitive.
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What does “insensitive” mean?
The word “insensitive” means showing little concern or care for other people feelings. In plain terms, not caring about (or not physically feeling) something you would normally expect a reaction to.
How do you pronounce “insensitive”?
“Insensitive” is pronounced ihn-SEHN-sih-tihv (/ɪnˈsɛnsɪtɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “insensitive” in a sentence?
Here is “insensitive” used in a sentence: “That was an incredibly insensitive joke to make at a funeral.”
What part of speech is “insensitive”?
“Insensitive” is an adjective.
Is “insensitive” a common word?
“Insensitive” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “insensitive” have?
“Insensitive” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: showing little concern or care for other people feelings.