Definition

The state of being unable to feel or respond to physical sensations or emotions.

Example

His insensibility to the pain surprised everyone around him.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed his complete insensibility to criticism?

Yeah, it's surprising how he just brushes it off.

I wonder if he even realizes how it affects others.

Maybe he does, but he chooses to ignore it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Insensibility → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "sensibilis" (from Latin, meaning able to feel or perceive) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or condition of). The word "insensibility" refers to the state of being unable to feel or perceive sensations.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being able to 'feel' ('sensibilis') — that's why insensibility means the condition of not being able to feel.

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