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Gleichgültigkeit

/ˈɡlaɪçˌɡʏltɪçkaɪ̯t/
noun★Intermediate— indifference
general

A state of not caring or showing no interest in something or someone; apathy.

Die Gleichgültigkeit der Regierung gegenüber der Umweltkrise ist besorgniserregend.

The government's indifference toward the environmental crisis is concerning.

💡

Often used to describe emotional detachment or lack of concern.

Collocations

Gleichgültigkeit zeigento show indifferenceGleichgültigkeit gegenüberindifference toward

Synonyms

ApathieDesinteresseUnbeteiligtsein

Antonyms

InteresseEngagementBegeisterung

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

This word is often used to criticize someone's lack of concern or empathy.

📖Word Origin

Derived from 'gleichgültig' (indifferent) + '-keit' (a suffix forming abstract nouns from adjectives).

📝Usage Notes

Can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but often carries a negative connotation when describing a lack of empathy.

Word Breakdown

gleich
equal
prefix
+
gültig
valid
root
+
-keit
quality of
suffix
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