Unimpressed

Feeling or showing a lack of admiration, approval, or enthusiasm; not impressed. This state signifies a failure to be moved, awed, or positively affected by something. The individual experiencing this sentiment often finds the subject matter underwhelming, ordinary, or failing to meet their expectations. It suggests a level of detachment or a critical perspective, implying that the object or action did not successfully capture their attention or elicit a favorable response. Being unimpressed can stem from high standards, prior experience, or a general disinclination to be easily swayed.

Unimpressed meaning with examples

• Despite the lavish decorations and extravagant promises, the seasoned investor remained unimpressed by the start-up's pitch. She'd seen it all before, and their business plan lacked the innovative spark she sought, leading her to remain cold to their proposition and refuse to offer investment.
• The critic was unimpressed with the sequel's predictable plot and recycled jokes. He felt the film failed to recapture the magic of the original and felt that the director had not used the time well to improve the sequel and deliver a great film to the audience.
• After weeks of intense training, the athlete was unimpressed with her new personal best, believing she could have performed even better. She knew her abilities and believed in her own self-worth, and wanted more; she knew she could do better the next time.
• The customer was unimpressed by the lackluster customer service and slow response times. The agent clearly seemed untrained and seemed to lack any ability to provide any helpful information to the customer, further angering them about the situation.
• The art collector, having viewed countless masterpieces, was largely unimpressed by the gallery's exhibition. He remained unenthusiastic about all of the artwork shown, and he showed little interest in buying any of the artwork, despite their worth.