ˌən-ˈin-t(ə-)rə-stəd
as in nonchalant
having or showing a lack of interest or concern
the teacher decided to make a career change after having to teach yet another class of uninterested teens
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Recent Examples of uninterested
And very worried about our children who seem incapable and uninterested in supporting themselves.
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R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 7 May 2025
During the Biden years, Saudi Arabia proved uninterested in using its oil policies to help the United States.
—Marc Lynch, Foreign Affairs, 12 May 2025
These are the habitual friction creators, the ones uninterested in dialogue, seeking control, and often resistant to any collaboration.
—Stephen Miles, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
This behavior, hypothesized to help mimic male coloration, could encourage males to avoid seducing uninterested females.
—Jules Jacobs, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 May 2025
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R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 7 May 2025
During the Biden years, Saudi Arabia proved uninterested in using its oil policies to help the United States.
—Marc Lynch, Foreign Affairs, 12 May 2025
These are the habitual friction creators, the ones uninterested in dialogue, seeking control, and often resistant to any collaboration.
—Stephen Miles, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
This behavior, hypothesized to help mimic male coloration, could encourage males to avoid seducing uninterested females.
—Jules Jacobs, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for uninterested
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uninterested
Adjective
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In fact, Hope’s own nonchalant attitude inspired her to share the truth.—
Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
3 June 2025
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The season’s top accessories reflect summer’s playful attitude with capsules and designs that balance nonchalant ease with an energetic and joyful spirit.—
Madeline Fass,
Vogue,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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For casual poolside wear, the Swingy Tie-back Beach Dress is a top-notch pick at $41, while the Gathered Popover Dress is another standout at $53.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2025
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The woman’s friend and the casual man spend time every few weeks, play pool, and text daily.—
Stephanie Guerilus,
People.com,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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During one sequence, Kim seemed to try to turn the exchange toward the topic of drugs, but Lee shrugged it off and appeared disinterested.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
21 May 2025
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People with autism may unintentionally use monotonous, robotic speech that sounds abnormal or disinterested to others.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2025
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“Uninterested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uninterested. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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