noun
Uncommon
indifference
ihn-DIHF-ruhns
Indifference (noun) means a lack of interest, concern, or sympathy. Example: “His indifference to their suffering shocked the volunteers.”
noun
1
A lack of interest, concern, or sympathy.
"His indifference to their suffering shocked the volunteers."
"She responded to the insult with total indifference."
How to use indifference
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishNot caring one way or the other — a lack of interest or emotional reaction.
Common pairings
treat with indifference
feign indifference
public indifference
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Word forms
- Plural
- indifferences
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Etymology
From Late Latin indifferentia, from in- ("not") + differre ("to differ").
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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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