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Unperceptive: meaning, definitions and examples

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unperceptive

 

[ ˌʌnpərˈsɛptɪv ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

inattentive

Not perceptive or observant; lacking insight or awareness.

Synonyms

insensitive, oblivious, unobservant

Examples of usage

  • He was unperceptive to the subtle changes in her behavior.
  • The unperceptive detective failed to notice the crucial evidence right in front of him.
Context #2 | Adjective

not quick to notice or understand things

Failing to notice or understand things quickly; slow to react or comprehend.

Synonyms

dull, obtuse, slow-witted

Examples of usage

  • His unperceptive nature made him miss out on many opportunities.
  • She can be unperceptive at times, but she means well.

Translations

Translations of the word "unperceptive" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não perceptivo

🇮🇳 अविवेकी

🇩🇪 unwahrnehmbar

🇮🇩 tidak peka

🇺🇦 нечутливий

🇵🇱 niewrażliwy

🇯🇵 知覚できない

🇫🇷 imperceptif

🇪🇸 imperceptivo

🇹🇷 algılamayan

🇰🇷 감지할 수 없는

🇸🇦 غير مدرك

🇨🇿 nevnímající

🇸🇰 nevnímajúci

🇨🇳 难以察觉的

🇸🇮 neobčutljiv

🇮🇸 óskynsamur

🇰🇿 сезімтал емес

🇬🇪 გაუბრალო

🇦🇿 duyğusuz

🇲🇽 imperceptivo

Etymology

The word 'unperceptive' is a combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the adjective 'perceptive', which comes from the Latin word 'perceptivus' meaning 'having the power of perception'. The term 'perceptive' has been used in English since the 17th century to describe someone who is quick to notice or understand things. The addition of the prefix 'un-' changes the meaning to indicate the lack of these qualities.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,950, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.