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Apathetic

A-puh-THEH-tihk

/ˌæpʌˈθɛtɪk/

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apathetic

Dictionary meaning

Marked by a lack of interest.

Examples

  • An apathetic audience.
  • They became active rather than apathetic as they grew older.

Synonyms: indifferent

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