Uninvolved: meaning, definitions and examples
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uninvolved
[ ˌʌnɪnˈvɒlvd ]
in a situation where one is not directly participating or influencing
Not involved or taking part in something; not connected or associated with something.
Synonyms
detached, impartial, neutral, unattached, unbiased.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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uninvolved |
Refers to someone who is not participating in or concerned with something.
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detached |
Describes a person who maintains a distance emotionally or physically, often appearing indifferent.
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unattached |
Often describes someone who is not committed to a particular group, relationship, or situation.
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neutral |
Used when someone does not support or oppose any side in a conflict or competition.
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impartial |
Appropriate when someone is making a decision or judgement without bias or favoritism.
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unbiased |
Refers to an individual who is not influenced by personal feelings or opinions in considering and representing facts.
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Examples of usage
- He remained uninvolved in the dispute between his coworkers.
- She tried to stay uninvolved in the politics of the office.
- The teacher remained uninvolved in the students' personal affairs.
- The company policy is to remain uninvolved in employees' personal lives.
- I prefer to stay uninvolved in drama and conflicts.
Translations
Translations of the word "uninvolved" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não envolvido
🇮🇳 असंबद्ध
🇩🇪 unbeteiligt
🇮🇩 tidak terlibat
🇺🇦 не залучений
🇵🇱 niezaangażowany
🇯🇵 関与していない
🇫🇷 non impliqué
🇪🇸 no involucrado
🇹🇷 dahil olmayan
🇰🇷 관여하지 않은
🇸🇦 غير مشارك
🇨🇿 nezapojený
🇸🇰 nezapojený
🇨🇳 未参与
🇸🇮 ne vključen
🇮🇸 óviðkomandi
🇰🇿 қатыспаған
🇬🇪 ჩაურთველი
🇦🇿 daxil olmayan
🇲🇽 no involucrado
Etymology
The word 'uninvolved' originated from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'involved', which comes from the Latin word 'involvere' meaning 'to roll in'. The concept of being uninvolved dates back to ancient times when individuals would choose to not participate in certain activities or events.
See also: involve, involved, involvement, involving, noninvolvement, uninvolvement.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #27,891, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 27888 formalist
- 27889 regularized
- 27890 diatribe
- 27891 uninvolved
- 27892 repossession
- 27893 unleaded
- 27894 romp
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