nonsensitive

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /nɒnˈsɛnsɪtɪv/

KK: /nɑnˈsɛnsɪtɪv/

adjective

Definition

Not able to feel or respond to sensory stimuli; lacking sensitivity.

Example

The material used in the construction of the building is nonsensitive to temperature changes.

Conversation

Do you think that fabric is nonsensitive to skin irritation?

I believe so, especially for people with allergies.

That's good to know, since I have nonsensitive skin myself.

Yeah, it should be comfortable for you then!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

insensitive

unresponsive

imperceptive

Antonyms

sensitive

responsive

perceptive

Root Explanation

Nonsensitive → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "sensitive" (from Latin "sensitivus", meaning capable of feeling or perceiving). The word "nonsensitive" means not capable of feeling or perceiving, or not responsive to stimuli.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') being added to 'sensitive', which means capable of feeling. This helps you remember that 'nonsensitive' refers to something that does not feel or respond.

Visually Confused Words

unsensitive

nonentitive