callousness
Americannoun
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the quality of being insensitive, indifferent, or unsympathetic; hardness of heart.
Cutting off the unemployed from their benefits is a sad blend of callousness—a complete lack of empathy for the unfortunate—and unsound economics.
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a hardened or thickened condition of the skin or other tissue.
Razors and shaving cause a callousness of the skin, which will encourage heavier hair growth and irritation.
Other Word Forms
- uncallousness noun
Etymology
Origin of callousness
Example Sentences
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While the year’s weather watchword seems to be warmth, Tuesday, with seeming callousness, offered an afternoon high of 59.
From Washington Post
Throughout its episode "Succession" hits an array of thematic notes beyond the obvious concerning the Roys' dysfunction and the callousness of the wealthy.
From Salon
Mexico’s president has reacted to the tragedy with his usual callousness.
From Washington Post
One side has nothing going for them but lead; in their thoughts, actions, implements of destruction and callousness toward those who think differently.
From Salon
But she is troubled by the misogyny, the callousness.
From New York Times
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