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    Insensible (en. Insensitive)

    /in.sen.si.ˈble/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That does not have physical or emotional sensitivity.
    He behaved insensitively in the face of others' suffering.
    Se comportó de manera insensible ante el sufrimiento de los demás.
    That does not show impression or reaction to something.
    His insensitive attitude toward criticism led to his rejection.
    Su insensible actitud ante la crítica lo llevó a ser rechazado.
    That is not aware or alerted to what is happening around them.
    She remained insensitive after receiving the shocking news.
    Ella se quedó insensible después de recibir la noticia impactante.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'insensibilis', where 'in-' means 'not' and 'sensibilis' means 'sensible'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    insensitive to pain
    One who does not feel pain.
    insensible al dolor
    insensitive person
    A person who does not show emotions or feelings.
    persona insensible
    insensitive to criticism
    One who does not react to others' negative opinions.
    insensible a las críticas

    Related Words

    insensitivity
    Lack of sensitivity or empathy.
    insensibilidad
    sensitivity
    Ability to feel or perceive.
    sensibilidad
    foolish
    One who acts without sound judgment or appropriate sense.
    insensato

    Slang Meanings

    Doesn't matter
    He is so insensitive that he doesn't care what they say about him.
    Es tan insensible que no le importa lo que digan de él.
    Cold-hearted
    He is an insensitive person; he never worries about others.
    Es un insensible, nunca se preocupa por los demás.