Definition

Relating to animals with thick skin, like elephants and rhinoceroses, or describing someone who is insensitive or emotionally unresponsive.

Example

His pachydermatous attitude made it difficult for him to empathize with others' feelings.

Conversation

Why do you think some people are so pachydermatous when it comes to criticism?

I guess they're just used to ignoring feedback that doesn’t suit them.

That makes sense, but it can be frustrating to deal with them.

Totally, sometimes you wish they would just be a bit more sensitive.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pachydermatous → It is formed from "pachy-" (from Greek "pachys", meaning thick) and "derma" (from Greek "derma", meaning skin) and the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of or having the quality of). The word describes something that has thick skin or is characterized by thick skin.

Memory Tip

Think of 'thick' ('pachy-') skin ('derma') — that's why pachydermatous refers to something with thick skin.

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