uncaring
/ʌnˈkeərɪŋ/ (bre, ipa) · [ənkˈɛrɪŋ] /ʌnˈkerɪŋ/ (ame, ipa) · [ənkˈɛrɪŋ] /ˌən-ˈker-iŋ How to pronounce uncaring (audio)/ (ame, mw)
uncaring — adjective
- uncaringpositive
- more uncaringcomparative
- most uncaringsuperlative
1. showing no concern for the suffering or problems of other people, especially whe
showing no concern for the suffering or problems of other people, especially when you are in a position to help them
The landlord was uncaring when the family complained about the broken heater in midwinter.
be uncaring + when-clause describing the situation
An uncaring attitude towards the homeless only makes the city's problems worse.
collocation: uncaring attitude
The hospital's uncaring response to the patient's pain shocked her family.
Julia found her neighbour uncaring when he refused to help look for her lost cat.
Local residents described the council as uncaring when it cut funding for the youth centre.
- indifferent
suggests a neutral lack of interest, while 'uncaring' implies active disregard for others' suffering
- heartless
stronger than 'uncaring'; suggests deliberate cruelty rather than mere neglect
- unsympathetic
focuses specifically on not sharing others' feelings, whereas 'uncaring' is broader
- caring
the direct opposite — showing concern and kindness for others
- compassionate
feeling sympathy for others' suffering and wanting to help
用法筆記
Often used to describe people in authority, institutions, or systems that fail to show concern for those who depend on them.