Synonym Dictionary

Impartial because one has no personal stake in the outcome.

Having little or no interest in a subject or activity.

Relating to scholarship, study, or educational institutions; also theoretical rather than practical.

A short account of an incident, often interesting or amusing.

Showing little interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

A lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

So ordinary or overused that it lacks freshness or interest.

To be necessary, proper, or advantageous for someone.

Strongly interested in books or learning, sometimes more than in practical experience.

So appealing or interesting that it strongly holds attention.

An emphasis on acquiring and consuming goods; also advocacy for consumers' interests.

Emotional distance that can allow a situation to be judged without personal bias.

Not actively involved or mentally and emotionally invested.

Unwilling or reluctant because of a lack of interest or a mild dislike.

Excessively occupied with one's own importance, interests, or achievements.

Attractive or interesting enough to hold attention.

A smaller group within a larger one that pursues its own aims or position.

In this sense, an object or activity receiving excessive or obsessive attention.

Fair and not favoring one side or interest.

Fairness that avoids favoring a person, side, or viewpoint without reason.

A lack of interest, concern, or strong preference.

Showing little interest, concern, or preference.

Eager to investigate, learn, or ask questions.

Lacking interest, flavor, or vigor.