indifference
in·dif·fer·ence
noun \in-ˈdi-fərn(t)s, -f(ə-)rən(t)s\Definition of INDIFFERENCE
1
: the quality, state, or fact of being indifferent
2
a archaic : lack of difference or distinction between two or more things b : absence of compulsion to or toward one thing or another
Examples of INDIFFERENCE
- She was amazed that some people could watch the trial with indifference.
- She watched them with a cool indifference.
First Known Use of INDIFFERENCE
15th century
Related to INDIFFERENCE
Synonyms: apathy, casualness, complacence, disinterestedness, disregard, incuriosity, incuriousness, insouciance, nonchalance, torpor, unconcern
Related Words: halfheartedness, lukewarmness, tepidity, tepidness; carelessness, heedlessness, recklessness, unawareness; lethargy, listlessness; aloofness, coldness, cool, detachment, dispassion; callosity, callousness, hard-heartedness, hardness, insensitivity; bloodlessness, impassiveness, impassivity, phlegm, stoicism, stolidity
Near Antonyms: attention, attentiveness, awareness, conscientiousness, curiosity, heedfulness, keenness; sensitivity, warmheartedness; bias, partiality, prejudice; ardor, desire, fervency, passion, vehemence, warmth, zeal
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