Guest
NerdDictionary The dictionary that writes itself

dispassionate JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU

/dɪsˈpæʃənət/ · dis.pas.sion.ate
adjective
  1. Not showing, and not affected by, emotion, bias, or prejudice The judge was expected to remain dispassionate during the trial, making a fair decision based on the evidence.
adjective
  1. Showing a lack of enthusiasm or interest The dispassionate tone of the lecture made it difficult for the students to stay engaged.
Did you know? The concept of dispassion has been explored in various philosophical and literary works, including the writings of Aristotle and the novel 'The Stranger' by Albert Camus, where the protagonist's dispassionate demeanor is a central theme.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026