Apathetic

Pronunciation: /əˈpæθətɪk/

Definitions of apathetic

adjective showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern

Example Sentences

A1 She seemed apathetic towards the idea of going to the party.

A2 The students were apathetic about the upcoming school trip.

B1 The apathetic response from the audience was disheartening for the performers.

B2 His apathetic attitude towards his job was evident in his lack of enthusiasm.

C1 The apathetic attitude of the government towards climate change is concerning.

C2 Despite the apathetic response from the public, the activist continued to fight for change.

Examples of apathetic in a Sentence

formal The apathetic response from the public towards the new policy was concerning.

informal She seemed apathetic about the upcoming exam, not bothering to study at all.

slang I can't believe how apathetic he is about the whole situation.

figurative His apathetic attitude towards life is like a dark cloud hanging over him.

Grammatical Forms of apathetic

• past tense: was apathetic
• plural: apathetics
• comparative: more apathetic
• superlative: most apathetic
• present tense: is apathetic
• future tense: will be apathetic
• perfect tense: has been apathetic
• continuous tense: is being apathetic
• singular: apathetic
• positive degree: apathetic
• infinitive: to be apathetic
• gerund: being apathetic
• participle: apathetic

Origin and Evolution of apathetic

First Known Use: 1744 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'apathetic' originated from the Greek word 'apatheia', meaning 'without feeling' or 'without emotion'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'apathetic' has come to be used in English to describe someone who lacks interest, enthusiasm, or concern, rather than simply being without emotion.