uninterested — Showing no curiosity, concern, or enthusiasm about something; lacking interest or engagement.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Showing no curiosity, concern, or enthusiasm about something; lacking interest or engagement.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ʌnˈɪntrəstɪd/
Example Sentences
- My cat is completely uninterested in my expensive cat toys but loves cardboard boxes.
- He appeared uninterested during the entire job interview.
- The students looked uninterested until the teacher mentioned the final exam would be cancelled.
uninterested
ADJECTIVE[/ʌnˈɪntrəstɪd/]
Showing no curiosity, concern, or enthusiasm about something; lacking interest or engagement.
Showing no curiosity, concern, or enthusiasm about something; lacking interest or engagement.
Pages blistered, voices whispered, but he remained uninterested!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'interesse' meaning 'to be between' or 'to concern,' with the negative prefix 'un-' added. The Latin root literally meant 'to be among' or 'to make a difference to someone.'
Breakdown
un- (not) + interest (from Latin inter- 'between' + esse 'to be') + -ed (adjective suffix)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My cat is completely uninterested in my expensive cat toys but loves cardboard boxes.”
“He appeared uninterested during the entire job interview.”
“The students looked uninterested until the teacher mentioned the final exam would be cancelled.”
“She remained uninterested in fashion trends throughout her teenage years.”
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