Unbothered: meaning, definitions and examples

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unbothered

 

[ ʌnˈbɒðərd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

state of mind

Unbothered refers to a state of being not disturbed, affected, or worried by something, often implying a sense of calmness or indifference towards external pressures or negativity. It suggests that a person remains unaffected by criticism, stress, or the opinions of others.

Synonyms

calm, indifferent, unconcerned, unfazed, unperturbed

Examples of usage

  • She walked through the crowd, feeling unbothered by their stares.
  • Despite the challenges, he remained unbothered and focused on his goals.
  • He always has an unbothered attitude towards gossip.
  • She was unbothered by the noise of the busy street.

Translations

Translations of the word "unbothered" in other languages:

🇵🇹 indiferente

🇮🇳 बेपरवाह

🇩🇪 unberührt

🇮🇩 tidak terganggu

🇺🇦 незворушний

🇵🇱 niewzruszony

🇯🇵 気にしない

🇫🇷 indifférent

🇪🇸 despreocupado

🇹🇷 umursamaz

🇰🇷 무관심한

🇸🇦 غير مبالي

🇨🇿 nepřítomný

🇸🇰 nepohybovaný

🇨🇳 不受干扰的

🇸🇮 brezskrbno

🇮🇸 óhóflegur

🇰🇿 мүлдем бейжай

🇬🇪 არამუდმივი

🇦🇿 narahat olmayan

🇲🇽 despreocupado

Etymology

The term 'unbothered' originates from the English prefix 'un-', which denotes negation, and the verb 'bother', meaning to cause someone worry or trouble. The use of 'unbothered' as an adjective has gained popularity in modern vernacular, especially within social media contexts, to describe individuals who refuse to be influenced by external negativity or societal pressures. The word reflects a growing cultural tendency towards self-acceptance and emotional resilience, emphasizing a proactive approach to mental well-being. It often aligns with movements promoting mindfulness and self-care, suggesting that one can maintain peace and focus despite external chaos. This linguistic development highlights the evolving nature of language in response to contemporary social dynamics.