Sensationless

Characterized by or exhibiting a lack of physical feeling, awareness, or responsiveness; devoid of sensation. This can refer to the complete absence of sensory perception, such as pain, touch, or temperature, or a diminished and blunted response to these stimuli. Often implying a state of numbness, apathy, or insensitivity, it can be a consequence of medical conditions, psychological states, or external factors. The term may describe a physical state or, metaphorically, a lack of emotional or intellectual response.

Sensationless meaning with examples

• After the accident, the nerves in his leg were damaged, leaving him sensationless to touch. The doctors worked tirelessly, trying to restore sensation in the affected limb, but the numbness persisted. He found it challenging to adapt to a life where he couldn't feel the ground beneath his feet, it was difficult to maintain his mobility.
• The extreme cold caused his fingers to become sensationless, making it difficult to perform even the simplest tasks. He struggled to button his coat and pick up items as his hands felt like they were not connected to his brain. He knew he needed to get inside quickly to thaw his fingers and regain his sense of touch to protect against the cold.
• Following the surgery, she reported that the area around the incision was sensationless, which her doctor said was a normal part of the healing process. She monitored the area for signs of infection but was not able to feel any pain, which made it a bit hard to assess how the body was healing.
• The prolonged use of the anesthetic rendered the affected region sensationless, and the patient reported that the procedure was painless. Once he regained awareness of his body he experienced a delayed reaction to the process, as it had been completely numbed during the surgery. The anesthetic's purpose was achieved, but the effects remained.
• Despite the intense pressure, the tightrope walker maintained his balance with a sensationless control over his movements, demonstrating extraordinary skill. He focused only on the moment, and not on any physical sensations which helped to sharpen his focus. His ability to control his body seemed to ignore all feeling.