Definitions

uninterested

[uhn-in-ter-uh-stid, -truh-stid, -tuh-res-tid] / ʌnˈɪn tər ə stɪd, -trə stɪd, -təˌrɛs tɪd /

ADJECTIVE

oblivious to

Synonyms

STRONGEST

apathetic disinterested indifferent listless unconcerned uninvolved weary

WEAK

aloof blasé bored bored stiff casual could care less detached distant going through motions hard-hearted impassive incurious remote thick-skinned turned off uncurious unresponsive withdrawn

Antonyms

STRONGEST

caring concerned energetic interested involved lively untired

WEAK

enthusiastic feeling

Example Sentences

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Most Australians the BBC spoke to were either unaware or uninterested in the couple's visit.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Despite the attention he received, he was uninterested in fame.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

Another route to consider is bypassing the uninterested spouse and going instead to adult children or other trusted relatives.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 10, 2026

If they seem busy or uninterested, you can always wave, smile, and say, “Have a good day.”

From Salon • Jan. 27, 2026

In contrast, a neighboring highland people with whom I worked for eight years, the Daribi, are especially conservative and uninterested in new technology.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond

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