Synonyms of apathetic
50 similar words · 7 opposite words
Another word for apathetic is indifferent. Other synonyms of apathetic are unconcerned, world-weary, uninterested, jaded and meh. The opposite of apathetic is excited.
Synonyms and similar words for apathetic
adjectiveVoid of feeling; not susceptible of deep emotion.
- indifferentAmbivalent; unconcerned; uninterested, apathetic.
- unconcernedIndifferent and having no interest; aloof.
adjectiveMore synonyms
- adiaphroistic
- apathisticalApathetic; unemotional.
- blaséUnimpressed, indifferent, especially because of overfamiliarity.
- blithe
- deaf
- cool
- shiftless
- dispassionateNot showing, and not affected by, emotion, bias, or prejudice.
- dull
- enervatedWeakened, debilitated or deprived of strength or vitality.
- gallionic
- halfheartedLacking full energy, effort, commitment, or resolve.
- impassiveHaving, or revealing, no emotion.
- ineffervescibleNot effervescible.
- insouciantCasually unconcerned; carefree, indifferent, nonchalant.
- insensibleIncapable of mental feeling; indifferent.
- jadedBored or lacking enthusiasm, typically after having been overexposed to, or having consumed too much of something.
- languidOf a person or their actions, character, etc.: lacking drive, emotion, or enthusiasm; apathetic, listless, spiritless...
- languorousLacking energy, spirit, liveliness or vitality; languid, lackadaisical.
- lethargicIndifferent, apathetic.
- listlessLacking energy, enthusiasm, or liveliness.
- lackadaisicalShowing no interest, vigor, determination, or enthusiasm.
- lotophagousRelating to the Lotophagi (lotus eaters).
- lukewarmUnenthusiastic (about a proposal or an idea).
- mehApathetic; unenthusiastic.
- mopeyGiven to moping; in a depressed condition, low in spirits; lackadaisical.
- nonchalant
- nonplussed USUnaffected, unfazed; unimpressed.
- otioseOf a person, possessing a bored indolence.
- phlegmaticNot easily excited to action or passion; calm; sluggish.
- pococuranteApathetic, indifferent or nonchalant.
- spiritlessLacking energy, drive, motivation or emotion. Enervated.
- supineReluctant to take action due to indifference or moral weakness; apathetic or passive towards something.
- tepidUninterested; exhibiting little passion or eagerness; lukewarm.
- torpidLazy, lethargic or apathetic.
- unarousedNot aroused.
- uncaringCharacterized by a lack of care; not caring.
- unenthusiasticWithout enthusiasm; unexcited.
- unimpressibleNot impressible; not sensitive; apathetic.
- uninterestedNot interested; indifferent, not concerned.
- unlivelyNot lively.
- unmovedNot affected emotionally, or not showing emotion.
- untouchedNot influenced, affected or swayed.
- unzealousNot zealous.
- world-wearyBored with life.
- heartless rareListless, unenthusiastic.
- Laodicean archaicHalf-hearted or apathetic, especially with regards to religion or politics.
- torpedinous archaicStupefying; dull; torpid.
Opposite of apathetic
adjectiveMore antonyms
Meaning of apathetic
- adjective Void of feeling; not susceptible of deep emotion.
- adjective Of, or pertaining to apatheism.
- noun An apathetic or indifferent person, especially one who shows no interest in a particular issue.
apathetic in other languages
Questions about synonyms of apathetic
- What is another word for apathetic?
- Apathetic has 50 synonyms on Word.ws, such as indifferent, unconcerned, world-weary, uninterested, jaded, meh, lukewarm and uncaring.
- What is the opposite of apathetic?
- The opposite of apathetic is excited.
- What does apathetic mean?
- Apathetic means void of feeling; not susceptible of deep emotion.
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