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apathy

[/ˈæpəθi/]
noun
apatia
1. Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern; emotional indifference
The student's apathy toward his studies resulted in poor grades.
A apatia do aluno em relação aos seus estudos resultou em notas ruins.
2. Absence of emotion or feeling; lack of passion
Political apathy among voters has led to lower turnout.
A apatia política entre os eleitores levou a uma menor participação.
Synonyms
indifferencedisinterestlethargylistlessnessunconcernpassivity
Antonyms
passionenthusiasminterestzealconcernengagement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
apatia
Standard usage; may also use indiferença
Rio de Janeiro
apatia
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
apatia
Standard usage; common in business and academic discourse
Portugal
apatia
Standard usage; formal contexts preferred over informal

Related Idioms & Phrases

couldn't care less
apathy toward life
signs of apathy
widespread apathy
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