INDIFFERENCE Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

indifference

noun

in-ˈdi-f(ə-)rən(t)s

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as in disregard

lack of interest or concern an alarming indifference toward the well-being of his own children

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Recent Examples of indifference Netanyahu, commenting on the absence of an organized Iranian resistance, has all but expressed such indifference. —

Azadeh Moaveni, New Yorker, 22 Mar. 2026 This sent the clear message to Harvard's Jewish and Israeli community that the indifference was not an accident; they were being intentionally excluded and effectively denied equal access to educational opportunities. —

Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026 Despite indifference from local authorities and the host family, Sarah goes on a search for her daughter that spirals into a dangerous race against time. —

Max Goldbart, Deadline, 20 Mar. 2026 Harvard's efforts demonstrate the very opposite of deliberate indifference. —

Moriah Balingit, Arkansas Online, 19 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for indifference

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disregard

Noun

According to the verdict, the jury found that Smith acted with reckless disregard for the safety of others and that his reckless driving was the cause of the crash and the injuries that killed Dalessio.

— Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 11 Apr. 2026
These complaints demonstrate a clear and consistent pattern of obfuscation and blatant disregard of campaign finance laws.

— John Gates, Denver Post, 9 Apr. 2026