callousness

Definitions

Insensitive and cruel disregard for others.

A hardened or thickened condition of the skin or feelings.

Examples

The public was shocked by the callousness of the company's decision to fire employees via a mass email.

His callousness toward the suffering of others made it difficult for him to maintain long-term friendships.

Synonyms

insensitivity heartlessness apathy cruelty indifference coldness ruthlessness

Antonyms

compassion kindness empathy tenderness sensitivity warmth benevolence