thick-skinned

adjective

/ˌθɪkˈskɪnd/

Definition

› Someone who is thick-skinned does not appear to be easily hurt by criticism: You do need to be thick-skinned to survive as a politician here. → Opposite thin-skinnedUnkind, cruel and unfeelingViolent or aggressiveTreating people or animals badlyInsults and abuse

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