Meaning & Definition of word "Uninterested"
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Uninterested
/ʌnˈɪn.tə.rɛs.tɪd/
adjective:
- 1. Having or showing no interest; indifferent.
- Example: She was uninterested in the movie and spent most of the time on her phone.
- 2. Not having a stake or concern in a matter.
- Example: As an uninterested third party, he was able to provide an objective viewpoint.
- 3. Not feeling or showing interest in something.
- Example: Despite the excitement in the room, his uninterested expression was hard to miss.
Etymology
The prefix 'un-' means 'not' and 'interested' derives from 'interest', which comes from Middle English 'interest', from Latin 'interesse'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
couldn't care less:
to be completely uninterested or unconcerned.
not my cup of tea:
not something I am interested in or enjoy.
take it or leave it:
to be indifferent to the options presented.
Related Words
disinterest:
the state of being unconcerned or uninvolved.
apathy:
a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.
indifference:
lack of interest, concern, or sympathy.
Slang Meanings of uninterested
Meaning: meh
Example Sentence: When asked about the movie, he just shrugged and said 'meh'.
Meaning: zone out
Example Sentence: I tend to zone out during long discussions that don’t interest me.