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unconcerned

adjective

Synonyms and Antonyms of unconcerned

1 having or showing freedom from worries or troubles
  • playful and unconcerned despite his medical emergency
Synonyms of unconcerned

blithe, carefree, debonair, devil-may-care, gay, happy-go-lucky, insouciant, lighthearted, lightsome
Words Related to unconcerned

blasé (also blase), breezy, cavalier, nonchalant

casual, easygoing, informal, laid-back, low-pressure, relaxed, unfussy
Near Antonyms of unconcerned

earnest, grave, serious, serious-minded, somber (or sombre)

careful, cautious, heedful, wary

anxious, concerned, upset, worried

long-suffering, overburdened, sorrowful
Antonyms of unconcerned

careworn
2 having or showing a lack of interest or concern
  • an oblivious person who was completely unconcerned about the important issues of the day
Synonyms of unconcerned

apathetic, casual, complacent, disinterested, incurious, indifferent, insensible, insouciant, nonchalant, perfunctory, uncurious, uninterested
Words Related to unconcerned

halfhearted, lukewarm, tepid

aloof, cold, numb, remote, unemotional

callous, hard-hearted, insensitive, unfeeling

calm, cool, detached, dispassionate

careless, heedless, mindless

impassive, impervious, phlegmatic, stoic (or stoical), stolid

lethargic, listless

unimpressed
Near Antonyms of unconcerned

attentive, aware, conscientious, heedful, mindful

caring, sensitive, warmhearted

ardent, fervent, keen, passionate, warm, zealous
Antonyms of unconcerned

concerned, interested

Synonym Discussion of 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

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  1. Dictionary: Definition of unconcerned Spanish Central: Translation of unconcerned Nglish: Translation of unconcerned for Spanish speakers

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