indifferent — having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈdɪfərənt/
Example Sentences
- My cat is completely indifferent to my existence unless I'm opening a can of tuna.
- He appeared indifferent to the promotion offer.
- The restaurant service was indifferent - they acted like serving customers was a huge favor.
indifferent
ADJECTIVE[/ɪnˈdɪfərənt/]
having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned
He stayed indifferent to the office gossip swirling around his desk.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'indifferens', composed of the prefix 'in-' (not) and 'differens' (differing, from 'differre' meaning to carry apart or differ). The word entered English through Old French in the 14th century.
Breakdown
in- (not) + differ (to differ, from Latin differre) + -ent (adjective suffix) = indifferent
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat is completely indifferent to my existence unless I'm opening a can of tuna.”
“He appeared indifferent to the promotion offer.”
“The restaurant service was indifferent - they acted like serving customers was a huge favor.”
“She remained indifferent to the gossip about her.”
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