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In a negligent manner
“I tried to fix the leaky faucet, but the plumber indifferently disregarded the issue, causing further damage.”
In an indifferent manner
“She casually glanced at the painting, indifferently dismissing its artistic value.”
Done without regard to others' sensitivities
In an impartial and unbiased manner
“The object of the questions propounded was to ascertain whether the juror was indifferent and unbiased, and the answers to the same would necessarily have shown that the juror was or was not indifferent.”
Having the ability to accept or tolerate delays, problems, or suffering
Expressionless, not showing any emotion
“She was cold and indifferent, and I didn't feel she liked me one bit, but on my last day of work, a co-worker told me that this nurse would be terribly hurt if I didn't say goodbye.”
In an unenthusiastic way
“When it comes to regime skeptics, they are largely indifferent about the costs and decision-making procedures in the EU.”
Adverb for oblivious, or showing no heed to (something)
“The child comes to us utterly indifferent to the surrounding world.”
Adverb for arrogantly uncaring in manner or attitude
“After winning the battle together and celebrating, the Tatar soldiers are suddenly depicted as arrogant and indifferent.”
Adverb for weary or jaded from over-exposure to something
“She criticized every move of her daughters-in-law, who had eventually become indifferent to her nagging.”
Adverb for reckless, without consideration of the possible consequences
“In 1995, the U.S. Ninth Circuit of Appeals ruled that prison authorities had been deliberately indifferent to the dangers of asbestos both on inmates and on staff.”
Adverb for of only average standard or quality
“Something kept stopping him from hitting the net, and his indifferent form became the talk of the town.”
Adverb for characterized by a low level of excellence
Adverb for affected by disillusionment, such as from being let down
Adverb for of lesser value or quality (than second-rate)
Adverb for isolated or ostracised
Adverb for not important or worthy of note
Adverb for resentful or discontented, especially from alienation or estrangement
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