unconcerned

adjective

un·​con·​cerned ˌən-kən-ˈsərnd 

1

: not anxious or upset : free of worry

2

: not involved : not having any part or interest

unconcernedly

ˌən-kən-ˈsər-nəd-lē  -ˈsərnd-lē 

adverb

unconcernedness

ˌən-kən-ˈsər-nəd-nəs 

-ˈsərn(d)-nəs

noun

Synonyms

• blithe
• carefree
• debonair
• devil-may-care
• gay
• happy-go-lucky
• insouciant
• lighthearted
• lightsome
• slaphappy

Choose the Right Synonym for unconcerned

indifferent, unconcerned, incurious, aloof, detached, disinterested mean not showing or feeling interest.

indifferent implies neutrality of attitude from lack of inclination, preference, or prejudice.

indifferent to the dictates of fashion

unconcerned suggests a lack of sensitivity or regard for others' needs or troubles.

unconcerned about the homeless

incurious implies an inability to take a normal interest due to dullness of mind or to self-centeredness.

incurious about the world

aloof suggests a cool reserve arising from a sense of superiority or disdain for inferiors or from shyness.

aloof from his coworkers

detached implies an objective attitude achieved through absence of prejudice or selfishness.

observed family gatherings with detached amusement

disinterested implies a circumstantial freedom from concern for personal or especially financial advantage that enables one to judge or advise without bias.

judged by a panel of disinterested observers

Examples of unconcerned in a Sentence

She's unconcerned about that issue.

The economy seems to be slowing down, but many investors remain unconcerned.

Recent Examples on the Web

For now, at least, the proprietors seemed unconcerned about their guest’s ability to meet his obligations. —Greg Jackson, The New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2024

However, Ankara’s recent decision to lift all restrictions on carrying cash at the border suggests that Erdogan’s government is unconcerned about the flow of money in and out of the country. —Ryan Gingeras, Foreign Affairs, 10 May 2016

The threat is known, yet many U.S. political actors and the public at large seem unconcerned or unaware yet of its size and scale. —Elizabeth Shackelford, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2024

While the press and the fair-going public may be captivated by the art world’s simmering rivalry between Paris and London, dealers at Frieze London seemed unconcerned. —George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 3 Sep. 2019

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1635, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Kids Definition

unconcerned

adjective

un·​con·​cerned ˌən-kən-ˈsərnd 

1

: not involved : not having a part or interest

2

: not anxious or upset : free of worry

unconcernedly

-ˈsər-nəd-lē

adverb