indifferent
Translation
indifferent, unconcerned, mediocre
Examples
He was indifferent to the result of the game.
He was indifferent to the result of the game.
The restaurant served a rather indifferent meal.
The restaurant served a rather indifferent meal.
Grammar Patterns
to be indifferent ((to sth./sb.)) to not be interested in (sth./sb.) He was indifferent to the result of the game.
an indifferent ((noun)) mediocre or not very good The restaurant served a rather indifferent meal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unconcerned, apathetic, detached; Antonyms: interested, concerned, enthusiastic
Etymology
From Latin 'in-' (not) + 'differre' (to differ), literally meaning 'not differing'.
Memory Tips
Someone who is 'in-different' sees no difference between options, so they don't care which one is chosen.