insensitive

[ in-sen-si-tiv ]

/ ɪnˈsɛn sɪ tɪv /

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.

Origin of insensitive

First recorded in 1600–10; in-³ + sensitive

in·sen·si·tive·ness, in·sen·si·tiv·i·ty, noun

His subsequent horror at his own insensitivity, of course, provided fodder for a column!

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It is challenging—calling out some Jewish intolerance and insensitivity.

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Somehow, the Virginia bill became a symbol of right-wing prurience, invasiveness, and insensitivity.

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As Romney fends off attacks on his Mormon faith, he may soon face allegations of insensitivity toward Muslims.

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There was relish in her voice, as she enjoyed defying the doctor for his insensitivity.

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insensitive

/ (ɪnˈsɛnsɪtɪv) /

lacking sensitivity; unfeeling

lacking physical sensation

(postpositive foll by to) not sensitive (to) or affected (by) insensitive to radiation

insensitively, adverb insensitiveness or insensitivity, noun