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How does the adjective incurious contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of incurious are aloof, detached, disinterested, indifferent, and unconcerned. While all these words mean "not showing or feeling interest," incurious implies an inability to take a normal interest due to dullness of mind or to self-centeredness.

incurious about the world

When is it sensible to use aloof instead of incurious?

Although the words aloof and incurious have much in common, aloof suggests a cool reserve arising from a sense of superiority or disdain for inferiors or from shyness.

aloof from his coworkers

When would detached be a good substitute for incurious?

The synonyms detached and incurious are sometimes interchangeable, but detached implies an objective attitude achieved through absence of prejudice or selfishness.

observed family gatherings with detached amusement

When could disinterested be used to replace incurious?

In some situations, the words disinterested and incurious are roughly equivalent. However, disinterested implies a circumstantial freedom from concern for personal or especially financial advantage that enables one to judge or advise without bias.

judged by a panel of disinterested observers

Where would indifferent be a reasonable alternative to incurious?

The words indifferent and incurious are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, indifferent implies neutrality of attitude from lack of inclination, preference, or prejudice.

indifferent to the dictates of fashion

When is unconcerned a more appropriate choice than incurious?

The meanings of unconcerned and incurious largely overlap; however, unconcerned suggests a lack of sensitivity or regard for others' needs or troubles.

unconcerned about the homeless

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of incurious For many readers, like me, TFP is a welcome alternative to the incurious group-think that weighed down The Gray Lady. Debra J. Saunders, Oc Register, 13 Oct. 2025 The Iranian government is not an innocent party by any means, but The Morning Show presents rumors and accusations about the country as facts that feel incurious at best and reckless at worst. Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2025 The food stash, the waste disposal, none of that comes into play, and the characters are wholly incurious about whatever’s going on outside their cave. Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024 As the other geese remained tucked in their warm positions, incurious, Edes scanned the field. Rivka Galchen, The New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2024 See All Example Sentences for incurious
Recent Examples of Synonyms for incurious
Adjective
  • Her nonchalant, soft-glam is so perfectly mesmerizing, my TikTok and social media feeds are flooded with tutorials trying to re-create her signature style.
    Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 8 Jan. 2026
  • One fictional and the other real, the drug lords look nonchalant.
    Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2025
Adjective
  • For many young women, the stiletto’s discomfort is part of the appeal, offering proof that effort and glamor remain in an age of casual sneakers.
    Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 9 Nov. 2025
  • Simple yet polished, the Anrabess Long Sleeve Midi Dress is perfect for a casual Thanksgiving feast or a fall day out on the town.
    Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025

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“Incurious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incurious. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.

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