The antonyms for "taking pity on" suggest a lack of empathy, compassion or interest in the welfare of others. Some of the words that reflect these opposites include being indifferent, unsympathetic, unfeeling, or heartless. When someone is indifferent, they lack concern or passion towards others, while someone who is unsympathetic is unable to understand or share in the feelings of others. Someone who is unfeeling is indifferent, while a heartless person lacks compassion and empathy. Contrarily, taking action or having sympathy, empathy or kindness towards others are usually seen as desirable traits that demonstrate caring for others.
