INDIFFERENCES 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 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 Trump has vacillated between indifference and contempt for the USMCA, at times threatening to pull out of the agreement altogether and work instead to negotiate two separate, bilateral deals with Mexico and Canada. —

Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 18 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for indifference

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disregard

Noun

Cronin, the plaintiff’s attorney, said in an interview that Abbott showed disregard for the health and safety of premature babies participating in the AL16 clinical trial.

— David Hilzenrath, USA Today, 29 Mar. 2026
On this first point, the jury ruled in favor of both Marta and Marija, finding that Goodenbour had either intended to cause the twins harm or had acted with reckless disregard for their well-being.

— Julia Haney, NPR, 28 Mar. 2026