indifferent

/ɪnˈdɪf.ə.ɹənt/adjective

Having no interest or concern; not caring one way or the other.

Example sentences

“The waiter seemed indifferent to our complaints.”
“She stayed indifferent while the others argued.”

Followed by 'to': indifferent to criticism. An older sense means mediocre: 'an indifferent wine'.

Synonyms for indifferent

uninterested
unconcerned
apathetic
detached
uncaring

Antonyms

interested
concerned
caring

Often confused with indifferent

indifferent vs different
indifferent vs ambivalent: ambivalent (adjective): Having mixed or conflicting feelings about something at the same time.

Related words

ardentFeeling or showing intense enthusiasm or passion.avidFull of enthusiasm or eager interest in something.curiousEager to learn or find things out; sometimes, too interested in other people's business.eagerWanting to do or have something very much; full of keen interest.enthusiasticShowing eager excitement and strong interest in something.excitedFull of eager energy and enthusiasm about something.