CEFR C1

apathetically

adverb

Meaning

In a way that shows no interest, enthusiasm, or emotion.

Examples

He responded apathetically when asked about his future plans.
The crowd watched the performance apathetically, offering no applause.

Synonyms: uninterestedly, indifferently, listlessly, unconcernedly

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apathetically (C1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˌæpəˈθetɪkli/

Definition

In a way that shows no interest, enthusiasm, or emotion.

Examples

He responded apathetically when asked about his future plans.
The crowd watched the performance apathetically, offering no applause.
She went through the motions of her job apathetically, counting the minutes until quitting time.

How to Use apathetically

apathetically to (prepositional phrase): Showing no interest or emotion towards something. — "He reacted apathetically to the criticism."

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