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Insensitive Definition & Meaning

insensitive
adjective
  1. not responsive to physical stimuli; "insensitive to radiation"
  2. deficient in human sensibility; not mentally or morally sensitive; "insensitive to the needs of the patients"

"Insensitive" in song lyrics

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  • "carb insensitive"
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  • "who are the poeople who are insensitive"
    AOL — AOL
  • "who are the people who are insensitive"
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Frequently asked questions

What does insensitive mean?
not responsive to physical stimuli; "insensitive to radiation" deficient in human sensibility; not mentally or morally sensitive; "insensitive to the needs of the patients"
What part of speech is insensitive?
Insensitive is an adjective.
How many definitions does insensitive have?
Insensitive has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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