Indiferencia (en. Indifference)

/ˌindifeˈɾenθia/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
State of not paying attention or having interest in something.
His indifference towards the suffering of others is concerning.
Su indiferencia ante el sufrimiento de los demás es preocupante.
Attitude of disinterest or apathy.
Indifference to social issues can be harmful.
La indiferencia frente a los problemas sociales puede ser dañina.
Denial of a preference between options.
His indifference between the two products was evident.
Su indiferencia entre los dos productos era evidente.

Etymology

From Latin 'indifferentia', meaning 'to make no difference'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

total indifference
A situation of showing no interest at all.
indiferencia total
act with indifference
Behaving in a detached or uninterested manner.
actuar con indiferencia
emotional indifference
Lack of emotional response towards the feelings of others.
indiferencia emocional

Related Words

apathy
State of lack of interest or concern.
apatía
contempt
To convey disdain or disinterest.
desdén
indifferent
A person who shows no interest or preference.
indiferente

Slang Meanings

I don't care.
When I asked him, he looked at me with indifference, as if he didn't care.
Cuando le pregunté, me miró con indiferencia, como si no le importara.
To disregard something.
That situation doesn't affect me, I just disregard it.
Esa situación no me afecta, simplemente paso de eso.