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Is there a word or phrase for someone who tries to avoid hearing bad news?

English Language & Usage Asked by desbest on January 22, 2021

Such as hearing about people’s personal life problems or watching the news due to all the sad stories in it. Emphasis on the word avoid rather than just be "upset by".

I prefer not to talk politics or share my problems with people who are ____ because most people are empaths who end up feeling sad if they hear any topic of conversation they deem to be negative or unfortunate. It ruins their day, they become sadenned and they say it burdens them.

The words snowflake, empath of sensitive is not suitable.

2 Answers

The word ostrich is often used; in your case, it would be plural.

[from the belief that the ostrich when pursued hides its head in the sand and believes itself to be unseen] : one who attempts to avoid danger or difficulty by refusing to face it

Answered by FeliniusRex on January 22, 2021

There are multiple options:

Easily offended or upset

I prefer not to talk politics or share my problems with people who are easily affected by bad news.

Example:

He was easily affected by bad news so he didn't listen to the radio.

easily unsettled or upset

I prefer not to talk politics or share my problems with delicate people.

Example:

He was delicate to troubling news so he didn't watch news stations.

easily hurt or damaged

I prefer not to talk politics or share my problems with people who are sensitive.

Example:

He was sensitive to bad news so he didn't discuss politics with his friends.

Answered by Nai45 on January 22, 2021

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