Synonyms of insensible
112 similar words · 10 opposite words
Another word for insensible is insensitive. Other synonyms of insensible are mysterious, inexplicable, obscure, unknowable and inscrutable. The opposite of insensible is sensible.
Synonyms and similar words for insensible
adjectiveUnable to be perceived by the senses.
- imperceptible
- unperceivableNot perceivable; imperceptible.
- imperceivableThat cannot be perceived; imperceptible.
- indiscernible
- undetectableUnable to be detected; not detectable.
- undiscernible
- undistinguishable
adjectiveIncapable or deprived of physical sensation.
- anesthetic
- insensateHaving no sensation or consciousness; unconscious; inanimate.
- insensitiveNot expressing normal physical feeling.
- unsensitiveSynonym of insensitive.
adjectiveUnable to be understood; unintelligible.
- inscrutableDifficult or impossible to comprehend, fathom, or interpret.
- unexplainableThat doesn't have a known or readily available explanation.
- abstruseDifficult to comprehend or understand; obscure.
- Chinese
- denseObscure or difficult to understand.
- enigmatic
- fathomless
- bottomless
- Greek
- inapprehensibleThat cannot be apprehended; not apprehensible to or graspable by either body or mind.
- incognizableNot cognizable; incapable of being recognised.
- incomprehensible
- ineffable
- inenubilable formal, literaryInexplicable, mysterious, unclear.
- inexplicableImpossible to explain; not easily accounted for.
- impenetrableIncomprehensible; fathomless; inscrutable.
- insolubleThat cannot be explained.
- insolvable
- mysteriousDifficult to understand.
- nonunderstandableNot understandable.
- obscureDifficult to understand; abstruse.
- tenebrose figurativelyObscure; obtuse; incomprehensible.
- thickDifficult to understand, or poorly articulated.
- undecipherableNot easily deciphered; difficult to read.
- undiscoverable
- unfathomableImpossible to grasp the extent of, or to fully know or understand.
- ungraspable
- unintelligibleNot intelligible; unable to be understood.
- unknowableNot knowable; not able to be known.
- ununderstandableNot understandable; that cannot be understood.
- retruse obsolete
adjectiveNot sensible or reasonable; meaningless.
adjectiveIncapable of mental feeling; indifferent.
- insouciantCasually unconcerned; carefree, indifferent, nonchalant.
- unconcernedIndifferent and having no interest; aloof.
- adiaphroistic
- apathetic
- apathisticalApathetic; unemotional.
- blaséUnimpressed, indifferent, especially because of overfamiliarity.
- blithe
- deaf
- cool
- shiftless
- dispassionateNot showing, and not affected by, emotion, bias, or prejudice.
- dullInsensible; unfeeling.
- enervatedWeakened, debilitated or deprived of strength or vitality.
- gallionic
- halfheartedLacking full energy, effort, commitment, or resolve.
- impassiveHaving, or revealing, no emotion.
- ineffervescibleNot effervescible.
- indifferentAmbivalent; unconcerned; uninterested, apathetic.
- jadedBored or lacking enthusiasm, typically after having been overexposed to, or having consumed too much of something.
- languidOf a person or their actions, character, etc.: lacking drive, emotion, or enthusiasm; apathetic, listless, spiritless...
- languorousLacking energy, spirit, liveliness or vitality; languid, lackadaisical.
- lethargicIndifferent, apathetic.
- listlessLacking energy, enthusiasm, or liveliness.
- lackadaisicalShowing no interest, vigor, determination, or enthusiasm.
- lotophagousRelating to the Lotophagi (lotus eaters).
- lukewarmUnenthusiastic (about a proposal or an idea).
- mehApathetic; unenthusiastic.
- mopeyGiven to moping; in a depressed condition, low in spirits; lackadaisical.
- nonchalant
- nonplussed USUnaffected, unfazed; unimpressed.
- otioseOf a person, possessing a bored indolence.
- phlegmaticNot easily excited to action or passion; calm; sluggish.
- pococuranteApathetic, indifferent or nonchalant.
- spiritlessLacking energy, drive, motivation or emotion. Enervated.
- supineReluctant to take action due to indifference or moral weakness; apathetic or passive towards something.
- tepidUninterested; exhibiting little passion or eagerness; lukewarm.
- torpidLazy, lethargic or apathetic.
- unarousedNot aroused.
- uncaringCharacterized by a lack of care; not caring.
- unenthusiasticWithout enthusiasm; unexcited.
- unimpressibleNot impressible; not sensitive; apathetic.
- uninterestedNot interested; indifferent, not concerned.
- unlivelyNot lively.
- unmovedNot affected emotionally, or not showing emotion.
- untouchedNot influenced, affected or swayed.
- unzealousNot zealous.
- world-wearyBored with life.
- heartless rareListless, unenthusiastic.
- Laodicean archaicHalf-hearted or apathetic, especially with regards to religion or politics.
- torpedinous archaicStupefying; dull; torpid.
adjectiveIncapable of emotional feeling; callous; apathetic.
- emotionlessLacking emotion.
- alexithymic
- clinicalCool and emotionless, in a professional way, as contrasted with an impetuous or unprofessional way.
- cold-bloodedLacking emotion or compunction.
- cold-heartedWithout sympathy, feeling or compassion; callous or heartless.
- dead insideUnable to feel any emotions, especially as a symptom of depression.
- immovableNot capable of being affected or moved in feeling: impassive.
- impassibleUnable to feel emotion; impassive.
- nonemotionalNot emotional; unrelated to emotion.
- nonfeelingThat does not feel.
- nonpassionateNot passionate.
- nonsentimentalNot sentimental.
- stolidHaving or revealing little emotion or sensibility.
- unemotionalShowing little or no feeling.
- unfeelingWithout emotion or sympathy.
- unmovableIncapable of being emotionally moved or persuaded.
- unpassionateNot passionate.
- unsentimentalNot sentimental.
Opposite of insensible
adjectiveUnable to be perceived by the senses.
- perceptibleAble to be perceived, sensed, or discerned.
- sensibleAble to be sensed by the senses or the psyche; able to be perceived.
- conspicuous
- detectableAble to be detected, noticeable.
- discernable
- noticeable
- observable
- perceivableCapable of being perceived; discernible.
- sensableCapable of being sensed; perceptible, tangible.
adjectiveIncapable or deprived of physical sensation.
Meaning of insensible
- adjective Unable to be perceived by the senses.
- adjective Incapable or deprived of physical sensation.
- adjective Unable to be understood; unintelligible.
insensible in other languages
Questions about synonyms of insensible
- What is another word for insensible?
- Insensible has 112 synonyms on Word.ws, such as insensitive, mysterious, inexplicable, obscure, unknowable, inscrutable, insensate and abstruse.
- What is the opposite of insensible?
- The opposite of insensible is sensible. Other antonyms of insensible are detectable, perceptible and perceivable.
- What does insensible mean?
- Insensible means unable to be perceived by the senses.
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