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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, slaphappy

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

2 having or showing a lack of interest or concern

a featherbrain completely unconcerned about the important issues of the day

Synonyms of unconcerned

apathetic, casual, complacent, disinterested, incurious, indifferent, insensible, insouciant, nonchalant, perfunctory, pococurante, 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

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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