The Opposite(Antonym) of “compassionate”
The antonyms of compassionate are cold-hearted, unsympathetic, and indifferent. These antonyms describe a lack of empathy, concern, or kindness towards others.
Explore all Antonyms of “compassionate”
- unsympathetic
- indifferent
- cold-hearted
Definitions and Examples of cold-hearted, unsympathetic, indifferent
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
cold-hearted
Lacking in sympathy or feeling; unkind or cruel.
Example
The villain in the story was portrayed as a cold-hearted person who enjoyed causing pain to others.
Not showing or feeling any sympathy or compassion.
Example
The boss was unsympathetic to his employees' problems and refused to listen to their concerns.
Having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned.
Example
She was indifferent to the news of her ex-boyfriend's engagement and didn't feel any strong emotions about it.
Key Differences: cold-hearted vs unsympathetic vs indifferent
- 1Cold-hearted implies a deliberate lack of empathy or kindness towards others.
- 2Unsympathetic suggests a lack of concern or understanding for others' feelings or situations.
- 3Indifferent describes a lack of interest or emotional investment in something or someone.
Effective Usage of cold-hearted, unsympathetic, indifferent
- 1Describing People: Use these antonyms to describe people who lack empathy or kindness.
- 2Expressing Disapproval: Use these words to express disapproval of someone's behavior or attitude.
- 3Discussing Relationships: Utilize these antonyms to describe the dynamics of relationships or interactions between people.
Remember this!
The antonyms of compassionate describe a lack of empathy, concern, or kindness towards others. Cold-hearted implies a deliberate lack of empathy, unsympathetic suggests a lack of concern, and indifferent describes a lack of interest. Use these words to describe people, express disapproval, or discuss relationships.
