collective apathy
[/kəˈlɛktɪv əˈpæθi/]
noun
apatia coletiva
1. A widespread lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern shared by a group, community, or society as a whole
The collective apathy toward environmental issues has delayed necessary policy changes.
A apatia coletiva em relação aos problemas ambientais atrasou mudanças políticas necessárias.
2. General indifference or passivity demonstrated by the majority of people in response to social, political, or civic matters
The low voter turnout reflected a collective apathy in the electorate.
A baixa participação eleitoral refletiu uma apatia coletiva no eleitorado.
In Brazil, the term 'apatia coletiva' is frequently used in political discourse and social commentary, particularly regarding low voter participation, environmental concerns, and social movement mobilization. It reflects broader discussions about civic engagement and the challenges of mobilizing public opinion. In the United States, collective apathy is often discussed in contexts of voter apathy, climate change denial through inaction, and the decline of community involvement.
NYC Slang
everybody's checked out; the city's asleep at the wheel
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