ˌən-ˈin-t(ə-)rə-stəd
as in nonchalant
having or showing a lack of interest or concern
the teacher decided to make a career change after having to teach yet another class of uninterested teens
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Recent Examples of uninterested
Its battery pack promised to take you about as far as the gas tank on a 450, for up to six hours of trail riding, and Stark Future, the Spanish company behind this electric fire-breather seemed uninterested in anything short of world domination.
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New Atlas, 10 Dec. 2024
Up until that point, Bob is still stuck recording traditional folk songs that don’t sell for a label uninterested in his original material.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
If Trump proceeds with bilateral negotiations with Nairobi, either building on the Biden administration’s progress or reviving the talks from his first term, it will be viewed as a signal that Washington is uninterested in striking trade deals with regional blocs.
—Ken Opalo, Foreign Affairs, 4 Dec. 2024
For apps whose express purpose is to help people find friends, my matches seemed overwhelmingly uninterested in chatting, let alone meeting up.
—Allie Volpe, Vox, 14 Nov. 2024
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New Atlas, 10 Dec. 2024
Up until that point, Bob is still stuck recording traditional folk songs that don’t sell for a label uninterested in his original material.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
If Trump proceeds with bilateral negotiations with Nairobi, either building on the Biden administration’s progress or reviving the talks from his first term, it will be viewed as a signal that Washington is uninterested in striking trade deals with regional blocs.
—Ken Opalo, Foreign Affairs, 4 Dec. 2024
For apps whose express purpose is to help people find friends, my matches seemed overwhelmingly uninterested in chatting, let alone meeting up.
—Allie Volpe, Vox, 14 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uninterested
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Louie’s nonchalant friend Murph (Alfie Gledhill), there to be part of a surprise, and Sam (Harley Wilson), Irene’s close friend who ignites Louie’s jealousy.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
10 Jan. 2025
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Video of the nonchalant greeting quickly circulated on the internet as new apparent evidence of the first families' comfort around one another.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
9 Jan. 2025
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Locals recommend calling the restaurant in advance to check their availability, as the ultra-cozy, casual joint fills up quickly.—
Kayleigh Ruller,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Jan. 2025
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Known for her approachable and casual style, Swift has also been known to hit the recording studio or meet up with friends in NYC in denim skirts, cutout off shorts and bib-front denim dresses.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Jan. 2025
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Often, a less qualified candidate who displays high energy and eagerness can outshine a more qualified individual who appears disinterested and uncommunicative.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes,
25 Nov. 2024
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If the answer is not the same as your needs, then reevaluate your VC’s counsel with that in mind and do not blindly accept their advice as if this was a conversation with an objective, disinterested advisor.—
Jothy Rosenberg,
Forbes,
2 Jan. 2025
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“Uninterested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uninterested. Accessed 28 Jan. 2025.
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