Disinterested Meaning in English
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Definition
Being fair and not influenced by personal feelings or interests; sometimes also used to mean not interested in something.
Usage & Nuances
'Disinterested' primarily means 'neutral' or 'unbiased', especially in formal or legal contexts ('a disinterested judge'). Many confuse it with 'uninterested' (not interested). In spoken English, 'disinterested' is sometimes (incorrectly) used for 'uninterested', but this is considered wrong in formal writing.
Example Sentences
A disinterested judge is important in a fair trial.
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She tried to give disinterested advice to her friend.
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The teacher wants disinterested students to participate more.
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He tried to stay disinterested even though the debate got personal.
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I thought she was just disinterested, but she was actually bored.
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It’s sometimes hard to find a truly disinterested opinion.
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