Indiferentes (en. Indifferent)

/indi̯feˈɾen̪tes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That does not show interest or concern for something.
His indifferent attitude towards others' suffering is disheartening.
Su actitud indiferente ante el sufrimiento ajeno es desalentadora.
That does not worry about differences or distinctions.
Sometimes, being indifferent helps to maintain peace in conflict situations.
A veces, ser indiferente ayuda a mantener la paz en situaciones conflictivas.
That does not favor one side or the other.
The referee was indifferent, demonstrating impartiality in his judgment.
El árbitro fue indiferente, demostrando imparcialidad en su juicio.

Etymology

From Latin 'indifferens', meaning 'not differentiating' or 'without preference'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be indifferent
to show no interest or concern
ser indiferente
indifferent attitude
demeanor or behavior that reflects disinterest
actitud indiferente
indifferent to
to be unaffected or moved by something
indiferente a

Related Words

indifferent
That has no preference or shows disinterest.
indiferente
apathetic
That shows a lack of interest or enthusiasm.
apático
neutral
That does not lean toward one side or the other.
neutro

Slang Meanings

To pass on something without being moved.
He remained indifferent to the criticisms.
Se quedó indiferente ante las críticas.
Not to take sides in a conflict.
He decided to be indifferent in his friends' fight.
Decidió ser indiferente en la pelea de sus amigos.