Insensitive
Adjective
UK
/ɪnˈsen.sɪ.tɪv/
US
/ɪnˈsen.sə.t̬ɪv/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
Showing or feeling no concern for others' feelings; emotionally unaware or harsh.
Example
"His insensitive comment about his colleague's appearance embarrassed everyone in the room."
"It's insensitive to joke about someone's pain or problems, even if you think it's harmless."
"People often avoid discussing personal issues with someone they find emotionally insensitive."
Explanation
Being insensitive means not noticing or caring about other people’s feelings. An insensitive person may say or do things that hurt others, often without realizing it. They lack emotional awareness or concern. It can also mean not reacting to a physical feeling, but most often it describes someone lacking emotional understanding or kindness.