Meaning of the word insensitivity in English

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insensitivity

US /ɪnˌsen.səˈtɪv.ə.t̬i/
UK /ɪnˌsen.sɪˈtɪv.ə.ti/

Noun

1.

lack of concern for the feelings of others

Example:
His insensitivity to her grief was shocking.
The company was criticized for its insensitivity to environmental issues.
2.

the state of being unaffected by something

Example:
The material's insensitivity to heat makes it ideal for high-temperature applications.
The drug's insensitivity to certain enzymes was a key factor in its development.
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