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unconcern

UK
/ˌʌnkənˈsɜːn/
US
/ˌʌnkənˈsɝːn/

Translations

unconcernnoun
Primarily an uncountable noun meaning lack of concern; plural use is vanishingly rare.
His unconcern for the outcome of the meeting was evident in his relaxed demeanor.
Son indifférence quant à l'issue de la réunion était évidente dans son attitude détendue.
Additional translations
insoucianceSurtout dans le sens d'absence de souci ou de préoccupation.
Synonyms
apathy
nonchalance
detachment
disinterest
indifference
Antonyms
anxiety
worry
concern
unconcernverb
unconcerned
Past Simple
unconcerned
Past Participle
unconcerning
Gerund
UK
/ˌʌnkənˈsɜːn/
US
/ˌʌnkənˈsɝːn/
Rare/archaic transitive verb meaning to relieve of concern; also used reflexively in ‘unconcern oneself’.
rassurerEmploi rare; au sens de faire cesser l'inquiétude.
The teacher tried to unconcern the students by explaining that the test would be postponed.
L'enseignant a essayé de rassurer les élèves en expliquant que le test serait reporté.
se désintéresser deEmploi rare, souvent dans la tournure réfléchie « unconcern oneself with ».
He decided to unconcern himself with the dispute and focus on his work.
Il a décidé de se désintéresser du différend et de se concentrer sur son travail.

Definitions

unconcernnoun
A lack of worry or interest, especially when it is surprising or callous.
His unconcern for the outcome of the meeting was evident in his relaxed demeanor.
The state of being indifferent or not caring about something.
Her unconcern about the weather forecast was clear when she left the house without an umbrella.
unconcernverb
To cause someone to feel less worried or anxious about something.
The teacher tried to unconcern the students by explaining that the test would be postponed.
To avoid involving or troubling oneself with something; to remain indifferent or detached (used reflexively as “unconcern oneself”).
He decided to unconcern himself with the dispute and focus on his work.
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