unconcerned
adjective
-ˈsərnd-lē 
Synonyms
- blithe
- carefree
- debonair
- devil-may-care
- gay
- happy-go-lucky
- insouciant
- lighthearted
- lightsome
- slaphappy
Example Sentences
Joel Thayer, WSJ, 21 July 2022 The new Russian positions are just some three miles from this spot, but the makeshift mechanics appeared unconcerned. Isabelle Khurshudyan, Washington Post, 29 June 2022 Like Mokdad, Graven was mostly unconcerned that OHA will now publish the data weekly as opposed to daily. oregonlive, 2 July 2022 In a stark contrast, a crew of men offer seemingly unconcerned responses in a translated interview. Elizabeth Djinis, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 June 2022 By the testimony of his own staff, Trump was certainly devious, profane, suspicious, disloyal, unconcerned about morality, principles or the high ideals of public office. Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2022 But there are a small group of Black Americans who are unconcerned about being targeted for the color of their skin. Emily Guskin, Washington Post, 21 May 2022 Watanabe seems unconcerned with such modest stats, insisting that the RZ will deliver a good compromise between range, efficiency, and performance. Csaba Csere, Car and Driver, 2 May 2022 At 45, Pusha T is well aware of contemporary hip-hop’s trends but unconcerned with them. Julian Kimble, Washington Post, 17 June 2022 See More Word History
circa 1635, in the meaning defined at sense 2
Kids Definition
unconcerned
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unconcerned
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Synonyms & Similar Words
- nonchalant
- carefree
- relaxed
- insouciant
- cavalier
- blasé
- blithe
- lighthearted
- slaphappy
- casual
- debonair
- happy-go-lucky
- lightsome
- blase
- gay
- informal
- devil-may-care
- easygoing
- breezy
- unfussy
- laid-back
- low-pressure
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- serious
- cautious
- careworn
- wary
- concerned
- careful
- earnest
- somber
- worried
- sombre
- anxious
- upset
- grave
- heedful
- serious-minded
- sorrowful
- overburdened
- long-suffering
Synonyms & Similar Words
- nonchalant
- casual
- uninterested
- disinterested
- indifferent
- apathetic
- incurious
- careless
- complacent
- detached
- insouciant
- uncurious
- perfunctory
- stoic
- calm
- insensible
- aloof
- callous
- numb
- cold
- dispassionate
- insensitive
- unimpressed
- halfhearted
- lukewarm
- tepid
- impassive
- pococurante
- heedless
- unemotional
- unfeeling
- remote
- lethargic
- phlegmatic
- listless
- impervious
- mindless
- stolid
- cool
- hard-hearted
- stoical
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- concerned
- interested
- aware
- conscientious
- attentive
- mindful
- sensitive
- warm
- zealous
- heedful
- keen
- passionate
- ardent
- fervent
- caring
- warmhearted
Synonym Chooser
Some common synonyms of unconcerned are aloof, detached, disinterested, incurious, and indifferent. While all these words mean "not showing or feeling interest," unconcerned suggests a lack of sensitivity or regard for others' needs or troubles.
The words aloof and unconcerned are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, aloof suggests a cool reserve arising from a sense of superiority or disdain for inferiors or from shyness.
While in some cases nearly identical to unconcerned, detached implies an objective attitude achieved through absence of prejudice or selfishness.
The meanings of disinterested and unconcerned largely overlap; however, disinterested implies a circumstantial freedom from concern for personal or especially financial advantage that enables one to judge or advise without bias.
The synonyms incurious and unconcerned are sometimes interchangeable, but incurious implies an inability to take a normal interest due to dullness of mind or to self-centeredness.
While the synonyms indifferent and unconcerned are close in meaning, indifferent implies neutrality of attitude from lack of inclination, preference, or prejudice.