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CALLOUS

(adj.sat, verb, adj., noun)
There are 9 meanings of the word Callous.

Definitions

Callous - as an adjective satellite

Emotionally hardened

Example: "A callous indifference to suffering"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

Having calluses; having skin made tough and thick through wear

Example: "Calloused skin"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

Callous - as a verb

Make insensitive or callous; deaden feelings or morals

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

Callous - as an adjective

Emotionally hardened; unfeeling and indifferent to the suffering/feelings of others.

Example: "She was so callous that she could criticise a cancer patient for wearing a wig."

Having calluses.

Callous - as a noun

A hardened area of the skin (especially on the foot or hand) caused by repeated friction, wear or use.

The material of repair in fractures of bone; a substance exuded at the site of fracture, which is at first soft or cartilaginous in consistency, but is ultimately converted into true bone and unites the fragments into a single piece.

The new formation over the end of a cutting, before it puts out rootlets.

A shining area on the frons of many species of tabanomorpha (horse flies and relatives).

Example Sentences

"She was surprised by his callous behavior towards the homeless man."
"The manager's callous decision to lay off half of the staff angered everyone."
"His callous disregard for the environment was evident in his littering habits."
"The politician's callous remarks about the victims sparked outrage."
"Despite her callous exterior, deep down she was a caring person."
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Word Game Points

Is CALLOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, callous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CALLOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is CALLOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, callous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CALLOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is CALLOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, callous is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CALLOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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