Indifference

/ɪnˈdɪfərəns/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The quality of being indifferent; lack of interest, concern, or sympathy.

Her indifference to the suffering of others was shocking.

A lack of preference or bias; neutrality.

The judge's indifference in handling the case was questioned by the public.

The state of being neither good nor bad; mediocrity.

His performance was marked by an indifference that disappointed coaches and fans alike.

Derived from Latin 'indifferentia', from 'in-' (not) + 'differentia' (difference).

apathy isn't a strategy

A saying implying that being indifferent or apathetic towards a situation won't lead to success.

turn a blind eye

To deliberately ignore something, often related to indifference.

it's all the same to me

A phrase indicating that one has no preference or concern about different choices or situations.

apathy

A lack of feeling, emotion, interest, or concern.

detachment

The state of being objective or aloof; separation from emotional involvement.

disinterest

Lack of interest or concern.

IDGAF

He just kept playing his games; he was IDGAF about the drama around him.

meh

I don't care what movie we watch; I'm feeling a bit meh about it.