indifference
11 synonyms and 2 antonyms for indifference, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A lack of interest, concern, or sympathy.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use indifference
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
treat with indifference
feign indifference
public indifference
Etymology
From Late Latin indifferentia, from in- ("not") + differre ("to differ").
Full origin of indifference →Frequently asked questions
What does “indifference” mean?
The word “indifference” means a lack of interest, concern, or sympathy. In plain terms, not caring one way or the other — a lack of interest or emotional reaction.
How do you pronounce “indifference”?
“Indifference” is pronounced ihn-DIHF-ruhns (/ɪnˈdɪf.ɹəns/ in IPA).
How do you use “indifference” in a sentence?
Here is “indifference” used in a sentence: “His indifference to their suffering shocked the volunteers.”
What part of speech is “indifference”?
“Indifference” is a noun.
Where does the word “indifference” come from?
The word “indifference” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin indifferentia, from in- ("not") + differre ("to differ").
Is “indifference” a common word?
“Indifference” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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