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Meaning of unfeeling
The primary meaning of "unfeeling" is lacking or showing no emotion, especially sympathy or kindness.
Etymology of unfeeling
The word "unfeeling" has its roots in Old English, with "un-" meaning "not" and "feeling" derived from the verb "feel" which is from Old English "felan" meaning "to perceive, to experience"
Historically, "unfeeling" has been used to describe individuals who lack emotional response or empathy, often in a negative context
Synonyms
insensitive
uncaring
callous
cruel
heartless
unemotional
indifferent
aloof
distant
cold
unfriendly
unresponsive
impassive
stoic
unfeeling
hardened
obdurate
unyielding
unkind
unsympathetic
uncompassionate
ruthless
merciless
brutal
harsh
inhumane
pitiless
remorseless
unsentimental
affectless
detached
dispassionate
frigid
glacial
icy
numb
uninterested
Definitions
- Having or showing no emotion, especially no sympathy or kindness
- * Not having the capacity to feel emotions
Usage Examples
- The unfeeling manager laid off hundreds of employees without any warning
- * She seemed unfeeling towards the plight of the homeless people on the street