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Word of the Day Saturday, November 14, 2026

callous

/kæləs/ adjective · British & US
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What does callous mean?

adjective

Having or showing a lack of feeling or concern for other people's suffering or problems. Having a thick, hardened skin, often as a result of repeated exposure to harsh conditions.

Example

"The callous driver didn't even stop to help the pedestrian he had just hit."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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