unconcerned

adjective

un·con·cerned ˌən-kən-ˈsərnd

Synonyms of unconcerned next

: not anxious or upset : free of worry

: not involved : not having any part or interest

unconcernedly

ˌən-kən-ˈsər-nəd-lē

-ˈsərnd-lē

adverb

unconcernedness

ˌən-kən-ˈsər-nəd-nəs

-ˈsərn(d)-nəs

noun

Choose the Right Synonym for unconcerned

indifferent, unconcerned, incurious, aloof, detached, disinterested mean not showing or feeling interest.

indifferent implies neutrality of attitude from lack of inclination, preference, or prejudice.

indifferent to the dictates of fashion

unconcerned suggests a lack of sensitivity or regard for others' needs or troubles.

unconcerned about the homeless

incurious implies an inability to take a normal interest due to dullness of mind or to self-centeredness.

incurious about the world

aloof suggests a cool reserve arising from a sense of superiority or disdain for inferiors or from shyness.

aloof from his coworkers

detached implies an objective attitude achieved through absence of prejudice or selfishness.

observed family gatherings with detached amusement

disinterested implies a circumstantial freedom from concern for personal or especially financial advantage that enables one to judge or advise without bias.

judged by a panel of disinterested observers

Example Sentences

She's unconcerned about that issue. The economy seems to be slowing down, but many investors remain unconcerned.

Recent Examples on the Web Biden administration officials are unconcerned by the prospect of Russia selling oil to purchasers like India and China without Western financing and insurance, according to people familiar with their thinking. —

Andrew Duehren, WSJ, 3 Aug. 2022 Know that the boats here are all more Princess Anne than WASP princess: high-end but no-nonsense, well equipped but unfussy, unconcerned with anything as mundane as thread counts—just like the upper-class Brits, who form their core clientele. —

Mark Ellwood, Town & Country, 17 June 2022 Some of the largest programs set up by the state, counties and cities to provide up to 12 months of past-due rent and up to three months of future rent are distributing money at a turtle’s pace, seemingly unconcerned that applicants are often days away from eviction. —

Ron Hurtibise, sun-sentinel.com, 20 Nov. 2021 Even as some people have been clamoring for a second booster, others appear unconcerned. —

Laurie Mcginley And Lena H. Sun, Anchorage Daily News, 18 Apr. 2023 The physician nodded, unconcerned. —

Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Mar. 2023 But Morrell’s suggestions were rebuffed by the Club, which was now aware of the dangers but apparently unconcerned. —

Popular Mechanics, 12 Jan. 2023 Three Arab countries that normalized relations with Israel in 2020 appear unconcerned. —

Isabel Kershner, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2023 Asked if losing the ability to practice law dampened his spirits or his finances, Ficker, who is also a licensed real estate broker, seemed unconcerned. —

Lee O. Sanderlin, baltimoresun.com, 8 Mar. 2022 See More

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