Meaning of the word insensibility in English

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insensibility

US /ɪnˌsen.səˈbɪl.ə.t̬i/
UK /ɪnˌsen.səˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Noun

1.

the state of being without sensation or feeling; unconsciousness

Example:
The patient remained in a state of insensibility after the accident.
He fell into a deep insensibility from the blow to his head.
2.

lack of emotion or sympathy; apathy

Example:
His insensibility to the suffering of others was shocking.
The politician showed complete insensibility to the public's concerns.