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indifference
noun in·dif·fer·ence \in-ˈdi-fərn(t)s, -f(ə-)rən(t)s\
: lack of interest in or concern about something : an indifferent attitude or feeling
Full Definition of INDIFFERENCE
1
: the quality, state, or fact of being indifferent
2
a archaic : lack of difference or distinction between two or more things b : absence of compulsion to or toward one thing or another
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15th century
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INDIFFERENCE Defined for Kids
indifference
noun in·dif·fer·ence \in-ˈdi-fə-rəns, -ˈdi-frəns\
Definition of INDIFFERENCE for Kids
: lack of interest or concern <He treated the matter with indifference.>
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indifference
noun in·dif·fer·ence \in-ˈdif-ərn(t)s, -ˈdif-(ə-)rən(t)s\
Medical Definition of INDIFFERENCE
: the quality, state, or fact of being indifferent <a schizophrenic reaction accompanied by apathy and indifference>
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