STONINESS Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

stoniness

noun

Definition of stoniness

as in indifference

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Recent Examples of stoniness Richardson plays well against just about everyone, but her fizziness is an especially enjoyable contrast to Lester’s stoniness and Clarke’s reserve. — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 14 Jan. 2026

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Noun

The decades of societal and political indifference have been costly.

— Isabella Cueto, STAT, 14 July 2026
If the season ended today, the Marlins, despite their profound indifference to winning or losing, would be in the playoffs.

— Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2026

Definition of indifference

Noun

The book’s occasional oases of self-examination are surrounded by dusty expanses of omission and unconcern.

— Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 13 Dec. 2025
Whatever the reason, Maxwell’s strength and the shark’s apparent unconcern put one of Maxwell’s friends in danger.

— Donald Millus, Outdoor Life, 3 July 2025

Definition of unconcern

Noun

While dryness or irritation can happen when someone begins using retinol, starting slowly—just using it once or twice a week at night—can allow the skin to ease into it.

— Amber Sayer, Health, 15 July 2026
Scientists warn that climate change caused in part by the burning of fuels like gasoline, oil and coal is exacerbating the frequency and intensity of heat and dryness, making certain regions more vulnerable to wildfires.

— Suman Naishadham, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

Definition of dryness

Noun

That positive word of mouth would overcome the apathy towards the film's plot and the off-putting remarks from Alcock.

— Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026
In the lead-up to this summer’s FIFA men’s World Cup, critics complained about prices, domestic politics, international geopolitics, supposed fan apathy, logistical hurdles and more.

— Andrés Martinez, Washington Post, 1 July 2026

Definition of apathy

Noun

At the level of style, there was nothing obviously flamboyant about Allen’s music, nor her presence on stage, the quiet, acerbic composure of her delivery.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 July 2026
England had lost their structure, lost their composure, and had lost the ball to a calmer, cleverer opposition.

— Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 12 July 2026

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