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Disinterest

Description

Disinterest refers to a state of impartiality, lack of bias, or absence of personal involvement or concern.

Senses

• Noun: A lack of interest or enthusiasm; neutrality.
• Verb: To cause someone to lose interest or enthusiasm; to make someone indifferent.

Usage examples

Noun:

1. Her complete disinterest in politics makes her a neutral observer.
2. The disinterest shown by the jury in the case influenced the final verdict.

Verb:

1. The repetitive nature of the work disinterested him after a few weeks.
2. The actor's poor performance disinterested the audience.

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