insensitive
/ɪnˈsɛnsɪtɪv/
adjective
🇬🇧 UK
/ɪnˈsɛnsɪtɪv/
🇺🇸 US
/ɪnˈsɛnsɪtɪv/
Meaning
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Meaning 1 · adjective
Not expressing normal physical feeling
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Meaning 2 · adjective
Not expressing normal emotional feelings; cold; tactless; undiplomatic
How this word is used
- Everyday “In everyday speech, people use “insensitive” when they mean: not expressing normal physical feeling.”
- Academic “Scholars may discuss “insensitive” carefully in formal writing.”
- Business “Teams often rely on clear use of “insensitive” in professional communication.”
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