B2adjectiveemotionspsychology
US/ˌʌn.kənˈsɜːrnd/
UK/ˌʌn.kənˈsɜːnd/
not worried or interested in something, even when you might be expected to be
In context
He seemed unconcerned about the exam, even though it was tomorrow.
The manager was unconcerned by the complaints and did nothing.
She walked away, apparently unconcerned about the damage she had caused.
Words that go with unconcerned
verb + adjective
- seem unconcernedDespite the warning, he seemed unconcerned.
- appear unconcernedThe pilot appeared unconcerned by the storm.
- remain unconcernedSome investors remained unconcerned about the risk.
adjective + preposition
- unconcerned aboutThey were unconcerned about the cost.
- unconcerned byShe was unconcerned by the noise.
adverb + adjective
- completely unconcernedHe was completely unconcerned with what others thought.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He was unconcerned for the results.Correct: He was unconcerned about the results.