Intanguinee

2.09.2006

Definition - Incensitive

Thank you, Austin, for another wonderful word.

Incensitive
Pronunciation: 'in-"sen(t)s&-tiv
Function: adjective
Origin: Formed from incense meaning “material used to produce a fragrant odor when burned” and from sensitive meaning “delicately aware of the attitudes and feelings of others” (definitions taken from Merriam-Webster OnLine).
1 : when you disregard your asthmatic roommmate and continue burning incense anyway.
Similar circumstance : Rubbing your cat in your allergic roommate's face.
Also :
- incensitivity noun
- incensitively adverb

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