unconcerned

adjective

un·​con·​cerned ˌən-kən-ˈsərnd 

1

: not anxious or upset : free of worry

2

: not involved : not having any part or interest

unconcernedly

ˌən-kən-ˈsər-nəd-lē  -ˈsərnd-lē 

adverb

unconcernedness

ˌən-kən-ˈsər-nəd-nəs 

-ˈsərn(d)-nəs

noun

Synonyms

• blithe
• carefree
• debonair
• devil-may-care
• gay
• happy-go-lucky
• insouciant
• lighthearted
• lightsome
• slaphappy

Choose the Right Synonym for unconcerned

indifferent, unconcerned, incurious, aloof, detached, disinterested mean not showing or feeling interest.

indifferent implies neutrality of attitude from lack of inclination, preference, or prejudice.

indifferent to the dictates of fashion

unconcerned suggests a lack of sensitivity or regard for others' needs or troubles.

unconcerned about the homeless

incurious implies an inability to take a normal interest due to dullness of mind or to self-centeredness.

incurious about the world

aloof suggests a cool reserve arising from a sense of superiority or disdain for inferiors or from shyness.

aloof from his coworkers

detached implies an objective attitude achieved through absence of prejudice or selfishness.

observed family gatherings with detached amusement

disinterested implies a circumstantial freedom from concern for personal or especially financial advantage that enables one to judge or advise without bias.

judged by a panel of disinterested observers

Examples of unconcerned in a Sentence

She's unconcerned about that issue.

The economy seems to be slowing down, but many investors remain unconcerned.

Recent Examples on the Web

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The people trusted with interpreting this ambiguous evidence in their small community were mired in conflict, under-resourced and, Sara’s brothers said, unconcerned with offering closure to the family. —Ariane Lange, Sacramento Bee, 26 Jan. 2025

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1635, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for unconcerned

• adjourned
• concerned
• discerned
• interned
• returned
• sunburned
• unburned
• unearned
• unlearned
• unturned
• upturned
• burned

Kids Definition

unconcerned

adjective

un·​con·​cerned ˌən-kən-ˈsərnd 

1

: not involved : not having a part or interest

2

: not anxious or upset : free of worry

unconcernedly

-ˈsər-nəd-lē

adverb