Insensibly: meaning, definitions and examples
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insensibly
[ ɪnˈsɛnsəbli ]
lacking emotion
Insensibly refers to acting or behaving in a way that lacks perception, feeling, or sensitivity. When one is insensible, they may not be aware of their surroundings or the impact of their actions. This term is often used to describe behaviors that are unfeeling or indifferent, suggesting a disconnection from feelings or emotional responses.
Synonyms
apathetic, indifferent, unfeeling, unresponsive
Examples of usage
- She smiled insensibly at the harsh criticism.
- He continued his insensibly cold demeanor during the argument.
- The insensible crowd ignored the protest.
- They laughed insensibly at the tragic event.
Translations
Translations of the word "insensibly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 insensivelmente
🇮🇳 असंवेदनशीलता से
🇩🇪 unempfindlich
🇮🇩 tanpa merasa
🇺🇦 несвідомо
🇵🇱 niewrażliwie
🇯🇵 無感覚に
🇫🇷 insensiblement
🇪🇸 insensiblemente
🇹🇷 duygusuzca
🇰🇷 무감각하게
🇸🇦 بلا إحساس
🇨🇿 necítit
🇸🇰 necitlivo
🇨🇳 无感地
🇸🇮 neobčutno
🇮🇸 ómeðvitað
🇰🇿 сезімсіз
🇬🇪 უცნობად
🇦🇿 hiss etmədən
🇲🇽 insensiblemente
Etymology
The word 'insensibly' originates from the Latin word 'insensibilis,' which means 'not able to feel or perceive.' The prefix 'in-' indicates negation, while 'sensibilis' relates to 'sensing' or 'feeling.' This Latin term evolved into Old French 'insensible' before making its way into the English language in the late Middle Ages. Over time, its usage expanded to cover various contexts, particularly in literature and philosophical discussions, to describe states of emotional numbness or lack of awareness. It reflects a condition of being detached from emotions, often critiquing individuals or societies that fail to respond empathetically to situations. The term has been used in various literary works to evoke a sense of apathy or disengagement from the human experience.