B2adjectiveemotionspsychology
US/ɪnˈdɪf.ər.ənt/
UK/ɪnˈdɪf.ər.ənt/
not interested in something or not caring about it
In context
Many young voters seem indifferent to politics and stay at home on election day.
He looked indifferent when I told him about the prize.
The manager was indifferent to the complaints of his staff.
Words that go with indifferent
adjective + preposition
- indifferent toThe public was indifferent to the new law.
- indifferent towardsHe was indifferent towards the whole plan.
adjective + noun
- indifferent reactionHer indifferent reaction surprised everyone.
- indifferent attitudeHer indifferent attitude upset the team.
adverb + adjective
- largely indifferentCustomers were largely indifferent to the change.
- coldly indifferentHe stared back, coldly indifferent.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She is indifferent about her neighbors.Correct: She is indifferent to her neighbors.