disinterest

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verb

dis·​in·​ter·​est (ˌ)dis-ˈin-trəst How to pronounce disinterest (audio) -ˈin-tə-ˌrest How to pronounce disinterest (audio)
-tə-rəst, 
-tərst;
-ˈin-ˌtrest
disinterested; disinteresting; disinterests
Synonyms of disinterestnext

transitive verb

: to cause to regard something with no interest or concern

disinterest

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noun

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: disinterestedness
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: lack of interest : indifference

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Examples of disinterest in a Sentence

Noun His proposal was met with complete disinterest. since the coach has a son on the team, his disinterest in the selection of a team captain cannot be assumed
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Noun
The camera is always finding ways around the artist, sometimes examining him with the forensic disinterest of a doctor, the next close up and in his face like an adoring fan. — Damon Wise, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2026 Glen Powell is the latest Hollywood heavyweight to express a disinterest in talking about politics in press interviews. — Zack Sharf, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026 An empty seat might represent solidarity with a cultural movement, a reaction to bad reviews, or general disinterest in the project. — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 7 Sep. 2026 Powell confirmed the Heat’s disinterest in retaining him this offseason during his interview with Fadeaway World. — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 11 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for disinterest

Word History

First Known Use

Verb

1612, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1658, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of disinterest was in 1612

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“Disinterest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disinterest. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.

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