unconcerned

/ˌʌnkənˈsɜːrd/
showing no worry or interest

She remained unconcerned by the loud noise outside.

She didn't worry about the loud noise outside.


informal

Not worried, anxious, or interested in something

The teacher was unconcerned about the students' minor mistakes.

The teacher didn't worry about the students' small errors.

He seemed unconcerned by the criticism.

He didn't seem to care about the criticism.

Often used to describe someone who is calm or indifferent in a situation where others might be worried.

Collocations

unconcerned aboutnot worried or interested inunconcerned bynot affected or bothered by

Pro Tip

Common Usage

Often used to describe someone who is surprisingly calm or indifferent in a situation where others might be worried.

Word Origin

From 'un-' (not) + 'concerned' (worried or interested). First recorded in the late 16th century.

Usage Notes

Can describe both emotions (not worried) and behavior (not showing interest). Often used to describe someone who is surprisingly calm in a tense situation.

Word Breakdown

un-
not
prefix
+
concerned
worried or interested
root
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