apathetic
The student remained apathetic during the lecture.
The student showed no interest or engagement in the lecture.
Lacking interest, enthusiasm, or concern; indifferent.
Despite the urgent news, he responded with apathetic indifference.
He showed no concern or reaction to the urgent news.
The apathetic crowd barely reacted to the speaker's announcement.
The audience showed little to no interest in the speaker's announcement.
Often used to describe a lack of emotional or intellectual engagement.
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Common Usage
Use 'apathetic' to describe a person or group that shows no interest or enthusiasm in a situation.
Word Origin
From Greek 'apatheia' (without passion) + '-ic' (suffix forming adjectives).
Usage Notes
Often used to describe people who show little emotion or interest in their surroundings or activities.