callous
adjectiveHow many syllables in callous?
There are 2 syllables in the word callous.How to pronounce callous:
Definition of callous:
- callous (adjective):
- emotionally hardened.
- being hardened and thickened
Synonyms for callous:
abusive
affectless
brutal
case-hardened
cold
cold-blooded
compassionless
cruel
desensitized
grim
hard
hard-bitten
hard-boiled
hard-hearted
hardened
hardhearted
harsh
hateful
heartless
indifferent
indurate
indurated
inhuman
inhumane
insensate
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Antonyms for callous:
accepting
accessible
accommodating
acquiescent
active
affable
affected
affectionate
agitated
agreeable
all heart
altruistic
amenable
amiable
amicable
angelic
anxious
appreciative
approachable
aroused
attentive
benefic
beneficent
benevolent
benign
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