Insensibilidad (en. Insensitivity)
/in.sen.si.bi.li.dad/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Condition of not feeling or perceiving stimuli.
Extreme insensitivity to pain can be dangerous.
La insensibilidad extrema al dolor puede ser peligrosa.
Lack of interest or empathy towards others' feelings.
His insensitivity to the suffering of others made him very criticized.
Su insensibilidad ante el sufrimiento ajeno lo hizo muy criticado.
Etymology
From Latin 'insensibilitas', which is composed of 'in-' (without) and 'sensibilis' (sensible).
Common Phrases and Expressions
emotional insensitivity
Lack of ability to feel emotions.
insensibilidad emocional
insensitivity to pain
Not feeling pain in response to stimuli that would normally cause pain.
insensibilidad al dolor
Related Words
insensible
That does not feel or lacks sensitivity.
insensible
sensitivity
Ability to feel or perceive stimuli.
sensibilidad
Slang Meanings
A man or woman who does not show emotions.
He is insensitive; he never reacts to anything.
Es un insensible, nunca reacciona a nada.
Extreme coldness in social situations.
After what happened, his insensitivity is surprising.
Después de lo que pasó, su insensibilidad es sorprendente.