Insensitive (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Deficient in human sensibility; not mentally or morally sensitive; "insensitive to the needs of the patients".
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Meaning 2
Not responsive to physical stimuli; "insensitive to radiation".
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Examples
- The patient was insensitive to pain due to the effects of the anesthesia.
- The new medical implant was designed to be insensitive to electromagnetic interference.
- The doctor was concerned that the patient's nerve damage had left her insensitive to touch.
- The scientists were studying the unique properties of the metal, which was insensitive to extreme temperatures.
- The new material was insensitive to corrosion, making it ideal for use in harsh environments.