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unenthusiastic
[/ˌʌn.en.θuːziˈæs.tɪk/]
adjective
desinteressado
1.
lacking enthusiasm; not showing excitement or interest
She gave an unenthusiastic response to the proposal.
Ela deu uma resposta desinteressada à proposta.
2.
showing little or no eagerness
His unenthusiastic attitude made the team feel discouraged.
Sua atitude desinteressada desanimou o time.
Synonyms
apathetic
indifferent
lukewarm
halfhearted
tepid
disinterested
Antonyms
enthusiastic
eager
keen
passionate
fervent
excited
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
desinteressado
Most common term used in Brazilian Portuguese
General Brazilian
apático
Alternative, emphasizing indifference
Portugal
desinteressado
Standard usage in European Portuguese
Portugal
indiferente
Alternative term emphasizing lack of interest
Related Idioms & Phrases
lack of enthusiasm
show little interest
half-hearted effort
lukewarm response
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