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Unfeeling

Definition:

Unfeeling is an adjective that describes someone who lacks empathy or sensitivity towards the feelings of others.

Senses and Usages:

1. Emotional Insensitivity: When used to describe a person, unfeeling suggests a lack of compassion or consideration for others' emotions. It refers to someone who appears indifferent or uncaring.
2. Physical Insensitivity: In a broader sense, unfeeling can also refer to physical numbness or lack of sensitivity in one's body. This usage is often associated with medical conditions or temporary states of physical numbness.

Examples:

• She was shocked by his unfeeling response to her grieving.
• The dictator displayed an unfeeling nature towards the suffering of his people.
• After the accident, he experienced unfeeling in his left arm due to nerve damage.

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