Unfeeling

/ʌnˈfilɪŋ/ adjective

Definition

Lacking emotion, compassion, or sensitivity; cold and indifferent to others' feelings.

Etymology

From the prefix 'un-' (not) combined with 'feeling' (sensation or emotion). The word emerged in the 1600s to describe emotional detachment.

Kelly Says

Psychologists distinguish between people who are unfeeling due to trauma, neurology (like psychopathy), or choice—understanding why someone seems cold is crucial for actually helping them.

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