Word meaning
apathy
noun · AP-uh-thee
What does apathy mean?
Apathy means lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.
Apathy in a sentence
“Voter apathy led to a record-low turnout.”
Synonyms for apathy
- indifference
- disinterest
- unconcern
Where does apathy come from?
From Greek apatheia, "without feeling."
How to remember apathy
- Say it out loud a few times: AP-uh-thee.
- Write one sentence of your own using apathy, about something that happened to you today.
- Quiz yourself tomorrow, in three days, and next week. Spaced reviews are what make new words stick.
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