thick-skinned

Definition

  • adjective: having a thick skin
  • synonyms: pachydermatous

Examples

  • You need to be 'thick-skinned' if you are going to work in politics.

  • a 'thick-skinned' orange

Movie quotes

  • (..) Very nice. Thanks! He found his aroma lacked a certain appeal He could clear the Savannah after every meal I'm a sensitive soul though I seem thick-skinned And it hurt that my friends never stood downwind And oh, the shame He was ashamed Thoughta changin' my name Oh, what's in a name (..)
    1994 The Lion King