insensitive
Translation
thoughtless, tactless, unfeeling
Examples
His comments were very insensitive.
His comments were very insensitive.
My teeth are insensitive to cold.
My teeth are insensitive to cold.
Grammar Patterns
((to sb./sth.)) not caring about (sb.'s feelings/sth.) He is insensitive to her feelings.
((to sth.)) not physically reacting to (sth.) My teeth are insensitive to cold.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tactless, thoughtless, callous; Antonyms: sensitive, thoughtful, considerate
Etymology
From the prefix 'in-' (not) and 'sensitive' (able to feel). Literally means 'not able to feel'.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone who is 'in' their own bubble and not 'sensitive' to what's happening outside.