indifferent
7 synonyms and 5 antonyms for indifferent, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Having no particular interest, concern, or preference.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
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 indifferent
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
remain indifferent
an indifferent performance
indifferent to the outcome
Etymology
From Old French indifferent, from Latin indifferens, from in- ("not") + differens ("differing").
Full origin of indifferent →Frequently asked questions
What does “indifferent” mean?
The word “indifferent” means having no particular interest, concern, or preference. In plain terms, not caring much, or (less commonly) just so-so in quality.
How do you pronounce “indifferent”?
“Indifferent” is pronounced ihn-DIHF-ruhnt (/ɪnˈdɪf.ɹənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “indifferent” in a sentence?
Here is “indifferent” used in a sentence: “He seemed indifferent to whether they won or lost.”
What part of speech is “indifferent”?
“Indifferent” is an adjective.
Where does the word “indifferent” come from?
The word “indifferent” comes from Latin. From Old French indifferent, from Latin indifferens, from in- ("not") + differens ("differing").
Is “indifferent” a common word?
“Indifferent” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “indifferent” have?
“Indifferent” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having no particular interest, concern, or preference.
