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单词 indifference
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indifference

noun

in·​dif·​fer·​ence in-ˈdi-f(ə-)rən(t)s How to pronounce indifference (audio)
-fərn(t)s
1
: the quality, state, or fact of being indifferent
2
a
: absence of compulsion to or toward one thing or another
b
archaic : lack of difference or distinction between two or more things

Synonyms

  • apathy
  • casualness
  • complacence
  • disinterestedness
  • disregard
  • incuriosity
  • incuriousness
  • insouciance
  • nonchalance
  • torpor
  • unconcern
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Example Sentences

She was amazed that some people could watch the trial with indifference. She watched them with a cool indifference.
Recent Examples on the Web The only thing that threatens democracy in Massachusetts is voters’ indifference. BostonGlobe.com, 3 Sep. 2022 Collapse was received with the same weary indifference that attended their other post-Bill Berry albums. Al Shipley, SPIN, 19 Aug. 2022 Instead, employees recognize the indifference behind lackluster efforts, further eroding employee engagement and retention. Sarah Peiker, Forbes, 18 Aug. 2022 This indifference toward non-military solutions is backed by the talking point that U.S. military presence underwrites peace. Harper’s Magazine , 17 Aug. 2022 Riders have paid the price for that indifference: millions of minutes lost to longer travel time, disruptions from derailments and other unexpected breakdowns, and ponderous shuttle service when the rails increasingly go out of commission. Elizabeth Koh, BostonGlobe.com, 7 Aug. 2022 Activists noted the Reagans’ indifference toward gays and lesbians at the start of the AIDS crisis, which exploded during Ronald Reagan's presidency. Darlene Superville, ajc, 4 Aug. 2022 Musk can benefit from provoking strong feelings, rather than indifference. Matt Mcfarland, CNN, 12 July 2022 The moment revealed a democracy mired in indifference. New York Times, 10 July 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

indifference

noun

in·​dif·​fer·​ence in-ˈdi-fə-rəns How to pronounce indifference (audio)
-ˈdi-frəns
: lack of interest or concern
He treated the matter with indifference.

Medical Definition

indifference

noun

in·​dif·​fer·​ence in-ˈdif-ərn(t)s, -ˈdif-(ə-)rən(t)s How to pronounce indifference (audio)
: the quality, state, or fact of being indifferent
a schizophrenic reaction accompanied by apathy and indifference

indifference

noun

as in disregard
lack of interest or concern an alarming indifference toward the well-being of his own children

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • disregard
  • unconcern
  • nonchalance
  • apathy
  • insouciance
  • casualness
  • incuriosity
  • complacence
  • disinterestedness
  • carelessness
  • tepidity
  • lukewarmness
  • unawareness
  • torpor
  • recklessness
  • incuriousness
  • tepidness
  • lethargy
  • coldness
  • heedlessness
  • callousness
  • impassivity
  • impassiveness
  • aloofness
  • stoicism
  • halfheartedness
  • dispassion
  • stolidity
  • insensitivity
  • detachment
  • bloodlessness
  • hard-heartedness
  • hardness
  • callosity
  • listlessness
  • phlegm
  • cool

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • concern
  • interest
  • regard
  • awareness
  • curiosity
  • attentiveness
  • sensitivity
  • prejudice
  • attention
  • keenness
  • bias
  • partiality
  • conscientiousness
  • desire
  • zeal
  • warmth
  • vehemence
  • ardor
  • heedfulness
  • passion
  • warmheartedness
  • fervency
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