Spanish Conversation · Level 158
29 words
Spanish word
insensible
Pronunciation
IPA/insenˈsiβle/
Meaning
- adjectiveinsensitive
Example
No seas insensible con ella.
Don't be insensitive to her.
More examples
Se mostró insensible ante el sufrimiento ajeno.
He was insensitive to other people's suffering.
Core concept
Person who lacks consideration for others' feelings.
Common phrases
ser insensible
be insensitive
insensible a las críticas
insensitive to criticism
insensible al dolor
insensitive to pain
Similar words
inconsiderado: Thoughtless toward others' needs or convenience.
desatento: Not attentive to others' needs, frequently missing subtle signs.
indiferente: Emotionally detached, showing minimal interest or concern.
grosero: Coarse or impolite in language or manners.
Definition in Spanish
Que muestra falta de tacto o consideración hacia los demás, generalmente por no percibir o respetar sus sentimientos.
Word origin
From medieval Latin insensibilis 'without feeling', formed from in- 'not' + sensibilis 'sensitive', and it refers to absence of physical sensation and, by extension, to lack of interpersonal tact.
Usage tips
- Spanish uses ser insensible for a stable lack of consideration and estar insensible for temporary numbness or unconsciousness.
Other meanings
- coldadjective
Opposites
- sensiblesensitiveadjective
- compasivocompassionateadjective
Related words
- insensibilidadinsensitivitynoun
- insensibilizardesensitizeverb
- insensiblementeinsensiblyadverb