Word
apathetic
Meanings
Showing little or no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.
Not caring enough to take action or make an effort; indifferent and unmotivated.
Definition
Apathetic means showing little or no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.
If someone is apathetic, they do not care much about what is happening and do not feel motivated to act. They may seem emotionally flat or uninterested. It often describes attitudes toward work, school, politics, or problems that normally matter to others.
Examples
- He felt apathetic about the election and didn’t vote.
- She became apathetic after weeks of the same routine.
- The class looked apathetic when the teacher announced another quiz.
- I don’t want an apathetic teammate on this project.