indifferent
Translation
indifferent, uninterested, apathetic, mediocre
Examples
He was indifferent to the results.
He was indifferent to the results.
The quality of the food was rather indifferent.
The quality of the food was rather indifferent.
Grammar Patterns
indifferent ((to sth./sb.)) to be uninterested in (sth./sb.) He was indifferent to the results.
Similar Words
Synonyms: apathetic, uninterested, unconcerned; Antonyms: interested, concerned, enthusiastic
Etymology
From the prefix 'in-' (not) + 'different'. Literally 'not different', meaning it makes no difference to you, hence 'uninterested'.
Memory Tips
Think 'it makes no difference to me', therefore I am 'indifferent'.