1. the practice or policy of not becoming involved in or committed to something
2. a lack of interest or participation in activities or relationships

Examples

• The company’s policy of nonengagement with political issues helped maintain its neutral image.
• His nonengagement in class discussions concerned his teacher.
• The country maintained a stance of nonengagement in the regional conflict.
• Student nonengagement has become a major challenge for educators.
• The therapy focused on overcoming her emotional nonengagement.
• The organization’s nonengagement with controversial topics was deliberate.
• Social media nonengagement among teenagers is surprisingly common.