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Definition of uninterested

uninterested

/ʌnˈɪnt(ə)ɹɪstɪd/
un · in · ter · est · ed
Adverb:uninterestedly
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• adjective

1

Not interested in or concerned about something or someone; lacking curiosity, attention, or enthusiasm.

Example

"The students seemed completely uninterested in the lengthy lecture on tax reform."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Careful writers distinguish 'uninterested' (bored, indifferent, or lacking curiosity) from 'disinterested' (impartial, unbiased, and having no personal stake in an outcome).

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the mid-17th century from 'un-' + 'interested'. Ironically, 'uninterested' originally meant 'impartial' while 'disinterested' meant 'indifferent', before their modern senses swapped during the 18th century.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Uninterested. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/uninterested
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