callousness
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A lack of care or sympathy for the suffering of others.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
indifference
coldness
Antonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "His _____ toward the injured player shocked even his teammates."
Answer: callousness
In your own words, what does "callousness" mean?
A lack of care or sympathy for the suffering of others.
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