pachydermatous

/ˌpækɪˈdɜːrmətəs/

ADJECTIVE

1. Having thick or tough skin

Having skin that is unusually thick, tough, or resistant to external injury, especially in reference to large mammals.

Describes the thick, tough skin or protective outer covering of animals such as elephants, rhinoceroses, and hippopotamuses.

The pachydermatous skin of the elephant protected it from thorny bushes in the dense jungle.
The rhinoceros displayed a pachydermatous toughness, resisting the impacts of its rival during the territorial dispute.
The researchers studied the pachydermatous characteristics of various large mammals to understand their adaptation to different environments.

ADJECTIVE

Showing little sensitivity to the feelings, suffering, or opinions of others; emotionally hardened or lacking compassion.

Describes someone who is emotionally insensitive, indifferent to other people's suffering, or unable to respond with sympathy.

His pachydermatous response to the family's grief shocked everyone in the room.
The manager's pachydermatous attitude toward employee concerns damaged workplace morale.

Describes someone who is difficult to upset, offend, or discourage because they are emotionally hardened or unaffected by criticism.

The pachydermatous journalist remained unfazed by the harsh criticism directed at her reporting.
Years of working in a demanding industry had made him pachydermatous to public complaints.

ADJECTIVE

Displaying a lack of kindness or consideration through severe, brutal, or unfeeling treatment of others.

Describes behavior, actions, or attitudes that are harsh, ruthless, or lacking concern for the well-being of others.

The pachydermatous treatment of vulnerable workers revealed the company's disregard for their welfare.
His pachydermatous handling of the dispute left both sides feeling mistreated.