INCURIOUSNESS Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

incuriousness

noun

Definition of incuriousness

as in disregard

lack of interest or concern her husband's utter incuriousness about her work was especially galling to her

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disregard

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He was booked into San Diego Central Jail on charges of felony evading a peace officer with wanton disregard for safety, obstructing or resisting a peace officer and driving under the influence of drugs, according to police.

— Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 1 Sep. 2026
These statements show a total disregard for confidentiality, basic investigative standards and the seriousness of ethics violations.

— Collin Corbett, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

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