Insensible
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪnˈsɛns.ɪ.bəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Insensible is an adjective meaning Unable to be perceived by the senses.
Meaning
Unable to be perceived by the senses.
More Meanings
- Incapable or deprived of physical sensation.
- Unable to be understood; unintelligible.
- Not sensible or reasonable; meaningless.
- Incapable of mental feeling; indifferent.
- Incapable of emotional feeling; callous; apathetic.
Example Sentences
Lost in their loves, insensible of shame.
They fall away, / And languish with insensible decay.
Two small and almost insensible pricks were found upon Cleopatra's arm.
If it make the indictment be insensible or uncertain, […]it shall be quashed.
Synonyms for insensible
Depending on context, synonyms include imperceptible, unperceivable, imperceivable, indiscernible, undetectable, undiscernible.
Antonyms for insensible
Common opposites include perceptible, sensible, conspicuous, detectable, discernable, noticeable.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include senseless, unconscious, indiscernible, insensitive, unperceivable, imperceptible.
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