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as in nonchalant
having or showing freedom from worries or troubles
playful and unconcerned despite his medical emergency
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as in casual
having or showing a lack of interest or concern
a featherbrain completely unconcerned about the important issues of the day
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an unconcerned coolness
an unruffled coolness
an imperturbable coolness
a stoic coolness
an impassive coolness
a dispassionate coolness
unconcerned parents
an unconcerned spectator
a disinterested spectator
an indifferent spectator
an uninterested spectator
an apathetic spectator
a disengaged spectator
an unconcerned universe
an indifferent universe
an uncaring universe
a heedless universe
an apathetic universe
a disinterested universe
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Recent Examples of unconcerned
Although an aside and the subject for another day, 1980s Democrats also were oddly unconcerned about the expanding, freedom-crushing Soviet Empire.
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Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 6 June 2025
Though deeply unconcerned with his appearance in terms of vanity and being miffed at losing his hair, my dad thinks a budget bar of soap and one glass of water a day is sufficient skincare.
—Alexandra Pereira, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2025
Trump also appears unconcerned with limits placed by his predecessors on what countries can receive from the U.S.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2025
Which means they must be moved to safety immediately, preferably to other facilities not owned or operated by The Dolphin Company — which in my view, has shown itself to be both incapable and unconcerned with caring for marine mammals.
—Jay Reddick, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 May 2025
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Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 6 June 2025
Though deeply unconcerned with his appearance in terms of vanity and being miffed at losing his hair, my dad thinks a budget bar of soap and one glass of water a day is sufficient skincare.
—Alexandra Pereira, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2025
Trump also appears unconcerned with limits placed by his predecessors on what countries can receive from the U.S.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2025
Which means they must be moved to safety immediately, preferably to other facilities not owned or operated by The Dolphin Company — which in my view, has shown itself to be both incapable and unconcerned with caring for marine mammals.
—Jay Reddick, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unconcerned
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The collection’s journey touched down in Argentina, the Scottish Highlands, as well as New Zealand and Australia, home of its merino wool, for a refined traveler’s wardrobe crafted from top-notch fabrications exuding nonchalant sophistication.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
8 July 2025
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At half-time, as Rayan Cherki enjoyed 15 minutes of nonchalant showboating, an altogether more ferocious warm-up was taking place just across the pitch.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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Corrie and Shuai Wang, owners of North Charleston’s popular Jackrabbit Filly, opened King BBQ in a casual diner-style space in late 2023.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Visitors have their pick of food options, including coastal cuisine, farm-to-table meals, and casual spots with live music.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
13 July 2025
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The fleeting slide guitars in the background coupled with the light drums and layered vocals give of the air of a carefree summer day.—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
11 July 2025
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Superman’s interpretation of Kara plays like a carefree sorority girl, but there’s probably more to her demeanor than meets the eye.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Vulture,
11 July 2025
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Their light and fresh tones evoke thoughts of sunny days and relaxed, vacation-ready style.—
René Chávez Esparza,
Glamour,
13 July 2025
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This loose-fitting garment, made from 100 percent cotton, not only allows air to pass through the material, but also in and out of the relaxed neck, armholes, and hem.—
Danielle Calma,
Travel + Leisure,
13 July 2025
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“Unconcerned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unconcerned. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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