lack eagerness

[/læk ˈiːɡərnəs/]
verb phrase
falta de entusiasmo
1. to show a deficit of enthusiasm, keen interest, or willingness to do something
He lacked eagerness to participate in the project.
Ele mostrava falta de entusiasmo em participar do projeto.
2. to demonstrate reluctance or indifference toward an activity or opportunity
They lacked eagerness to attend the meeting.
Eles não tinham vontade de ir à reunião.
In Brazilian culture, showing enthusiasm (entusiasmo) is valued in both professional and social contexts. Lacking eagerness may be perceived negatively in work environments but is often accepted as a personality trait. In American culture, enthusiasm is particularly prized in job interviews and team settings.
NYC Slang
not feeling it / being lukewarm about something
Synonyms / Sinônimos
show reluctancelack enthusiasmdemonstrate indifferenceshow unwillingnesslack interest
Antonyms / Antônimos
show eagernessdemonstrate enthusiasmexpress willingnessdisplay keen interest

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
falta de entusiasmo / falta de vontade
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
falta de gana / sem vontade
Colloquial variant
São Paulo
falta de disposição
More formal usage
Portugal
falta de entusiasmo / pouco entusiasmado
European Portuguese usage

Related Words

apathyindifferencereluctanceenthusiasmmotivationwillingness

Related Idioms & Phrases

to show a lack of appetite for something
to be half-hearted about something
to drag one's feet
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