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insensitively-formed

|in-sen-si-tive-ly-formed|

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/ɪnˈsɛnsɪtɪvli-fɔrmd/

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/ɪnˈsɛnsɪtɪvli-fɔːmd/

thoughtlessly created

Etymology
Etymology Information

'insensitively-formed' originates from the combination of 'insensitive' and 'formed', where 'in-' is a prefix meaning 'not', and 'sensitive' comes from Latin 'sensitivus', meaning 'capable of feeling'.

Historical Evolution

'insensitive' changed from the Latin word 'insensitivus' and eventually became the modern English word 'insensitive'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'insensitive' meant 'not capable of feeling', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lacking consideration for others' feelings'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

created or structured without regard for sensitivity or consideration of others' feelings.

The policy was insensitively-formed, ignoring the needs of the community.

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Last updated: 2025/06/26 10:08