STONINESS Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

stoniness

noun

Definition of stoniness

as in indifference

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Recent Examples of stoniness Richardson plays well against just about everyone, but her fizziness is an especially enjoyable contrast to Lester’s stoniness and Clarke’s reserve. — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 14 Jan. 2026

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Noun

The defendant showed a shocking indifference to the lives of her victims and is now facing significant consequences for her conduct.

— Elijah Westbrook, CBS News, 6 Oct. 2026
And paradoxically, that indifference is what ultimately makes the city so deeply emotional.

— Roberto Prieto, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of indifference

Noun

The book’s occasional oases of self-examination are surrounded by dusty expanses of omission and unconcern.

— Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 13 Dec. 2025
Whatever the reason, Maxwell’s strength and the shark’s apparent unconcern put one of Maxwell’s friends in danger.

— Donald Millus, Outdoor Life, 3 July 2025

Definition of unconcern

Noun

One of the catalysts for these theories was Patrick's apparent stoicism on the witness stand.

— Ross Douthat, CBS News, 20 Sep. 2026
In a great dramatic irony, his artistic pursuits, far away from the regimented goal of militaristic stoicism, lead to his initial tryout.

— Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of stoicism

Noun

In addition, women and smokers are also more likely to deal with dryness.

— Kara Nesvig, Allure, 2 Oct. 2026
The Balm, $13, is the equivalent of a Vaseline or Aquaphor, a barrier-supporting treatement that targets dryness and irritation of the body, face and fingernails.

— Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of dryness

Noun

Stearns argues that standing with the Jewish state is a moral and biblical duty, warning that growing global apathy and rising antisemitism threaten both Israel's survival and foundational Judeo-Christian values.

— Staff, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2026
Fitness classes can also provide routine, accountability and social interaction, potentially helping counter the isolation and apathy some people with Parkinson’s experience, Fleisher said.

— Jennifer Fields, Washington Post, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of apathy

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