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Gleichgültigkeit
/ˈɡlaɪçˌɡʏltɪçkaɪ̯t/
indifference
Seine Gleichgültigkeit gegenüber den Problemen anderer war offensichtlich.
His indifference toward others' problems was obvious.
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
Antonyms
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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
prefixgültig
valid
root-keit
quality of
suffixDeutsch-Englisch Wörterbuch