Uninterested

/ʌnˈɪn.tə.rɛs.tɪd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Having or showing no interest; indifferent.
She was uninterested in the movie and spent most of the time on her phone.
Not having a stake or concern in a matter.
As an uninterested third party, he was able to provide an objective viewpoint.
Not feeling or showing interest in something.
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

meh
When asked about the movie, he just shrugged and said 'meh'.
zone out
I tend to zone out during long discussions that don’t interest me.