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Definition of unperceptive

unperceptive

/ˌʌnpɚˈsɛptɪv/
un · per · cep · tive

Adverb:unperceptively
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unperceptive Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Lacking insight, sensitivity, or keenness of observation; failing to notice subtle details or emotions.

Example

"Even the most unperceptive observer could tell that tension had been building between the two partners for weeks."

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Word Nuance & Usage

"Unperceptive" and "imperceptive" are near-synonyms meaning lacking insight or awareness, though "imperceptive" is slightly more common in formal literary and critical writing.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Unperceptive. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/unperceptive
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