unbothered
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🇺🇸
/ʌnˈbɑːðərd/
🇬🇧
/ʌnˈbɒðəd/
not concerned
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unbothered' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'bothered', which comes from the verb 'bother'.
Historical Evolution
'bothered' changed from the Middle English word 'botheren' and eventually became the modern English word 'bother'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'bother' meant 'to disturb or annoy', but 'unbothered' evolved to mean 'not disturbed or annoyed'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not feeling or showing any concern or worry.
She remained unbothered by the criticism.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41