Meaning & Definition of word "Uninterested"

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.