Definition

A state of not being interested or concerned about something.

Example

Her uninterest in the project was evident during the meeting.

Conversation

I noticed you seem a bit distant during the meeting today.

Yeah, I was feeling a lot of uninterest in the topic being discussed.

That makes sense; some subjects can be really dull.

Exactly! It’s hard to stay engaged when there’s no excitement.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uninterest → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "interest" (from Latin "interesse", meaning to be between or to matter). The word "uninterest" means not having interest or concern about something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having 'concern' ('interest') — that's why uninterest means lacking interest.

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