disinterest

[dis-in-ter-ist, -trist] / dɪsˈɪn tər ɪst, -trɪst /

NOUN

apathy

Synonyms

STRONGEST

inattention indifference lethargy

STRONG

disregard emotionlessness impassivity lassitude listlessness phlegm unconcern unresponsiveness

WEAK

impassibility incuriosity incuriousness uninterest

NOUN

fairness

Synonyms

STRONGEST

neutrality

STRONG

detachment disinterestedness dispassion dispassionateness equity fair-mindedness impartiality justice nonpartisanship objectiveness objectivity rightfulness rightness

WEAK

equitableness impartialness

Antonyms

STRONG

bias partiality unfairness

Example Sentences

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“It was nihilistic almost in its total disinterest in communicating,” Bessner said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

"The problem is disinterest from all governments since 2011," Zabtia said.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

Johnson feels the claims of disinterest are unfair.

From BBC • Nov. 12, 2025

One reason for the disinterest, Brettler thinks, was the home’s historic status.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 11, 2025

She had read the manual pages listlessly several times, guiltily aware of her own disinterest.

From "Son" by Lois Lowry