verb
dis·in·ter·est
\(ˌ)dis-ˈin-trəst; -ˈin-tə-ˌrest, -tə-rəst, -tərst; -ˈin-ˌtrest\
Definition of disinterest
transitive verb
: to cause to regard something with no interest or concern
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First Known Use of disinterest
1612
Examples of disinterest in a Sentence
His proposal was met with complete disinterest.
since the coach has a son on the team, his disinterest in the selection of a team captain cannot be assumed
First Known Use of disinterest
1658
DISINTEREST Defined for English Language Learners
disinterest
noun
Definition of disinterest for English Language Learners
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: lack of interest
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: the quality or state of not being influenced by personal feelings, opinions, or concerns
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