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Definition of uninterest

uninterest

/ˌʌnˈɪn.tɹəst/
un · in · ter · est
Adverb:uninterestedly
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Adjective:uninterested
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uninterest Lexical Profile

uninterest Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A lack of curiosity, concern, or attention toward something; indifference.

Example

"The students greeted the announcement of the optional lecture with complete uninterest."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'uninterested' is widely preferred over 'disinterested' to mean 'bored or indifferent', for the noun form, native speakers overwhelmingly prefer 'disinterest' to mean both 'impartiality' and 'lack of interest', making 'uninterest' comparatively rare.

• Nearby Words

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unintentionally
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uninterestedly
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Uninterest. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/uninterest
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